Biology: Life on Earth
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Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
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Chapter 3, Problem 2AC
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The interaction of carbohydrates and fats with water. The reason behind the advantage of the interaction of fat with water over the interaction of carbohydrates with water for weight-efficient energy storage.
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The interaction of carbohydrates and fats with the water moles differs fundamentally. This variation in interaction arises due to the difference in their chemical structures. The chemical structures of carbohydrates and fats are related to their energy storage capacity also.
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