NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

HUMAN ANATOMY PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Organic molecule that the body uses for long-term energy storage
A
Lipids
B
Oils
C
Neutral fats
D
Fats
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The organic molecules that store the most energy are called fats or triglycerides. The animal body uses carbohydrates (glycogen) for medium-term energy storage and fats or triglycerides (lipids) for long-term energy storage.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lipids are organic molecules that can store energy as fat. Through the process of metabolism, lipids are broken down and stored to provide for energy reserves as the body needs them.

Detailed explanation-3: -Carbohydrates are organic compounds used to store energy. A monosaccharide is a simple sugar, such as fructose or glucose. Complex carbohydrates have two main functions: storing energy and forming structures of living things.

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