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To analyze:
Why carbohydrates function so well as fuel for the living organisms.
Introduction:
Carbohydrates are chemicals that contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen connected by bonds that break readily.
Explanation of Solution
The carbon-hydrogen bonds in carbohydrates break readily. The molecule breaks down into simpler molecules and more stable bonds are formed. Therefore, the breaking of the carbon-hydrogen bonds releases a lot of energy which can be used by the cells for fueling its
Carbohydrates release a lot of energy when the carbon-hydrogen bonds are broken to give simpler substances. This energy is used by cells. Further, carbohydrates can be stored for future use.
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