Biology: Life on Earth
Biology: Life on Earth
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ISBN: 9780321729712
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
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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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