OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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Which of the following macromolecules is responsible for LONG-TERM energy storage?
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Proteins
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Lipids
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Carbohydrates
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Nucleic acids
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Lipids perform many different functions in a cell. Cells store energy for long-term use in the form of lipids called fats.
Detailed explanation-2: -Fats are the primary long-term energy storage molecules of the body. Fats are very compact and light weight, so they are an efficient way to store excess energy. A fat is made up of a glycerol, which is attached to 1 to 3 fatty acid chains.
Detailed explanation-3: -Most fats in the body are triglycerides. Their primary function is long-term energy storage.
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