Explain why lipids are better storage material in animals than carbohydrates

  • They are insoluble in water so can be stored without being lost in solution
  • They have a high calorific valve and therefore store a large amount of energy in a small space than carbohydrates.
  • They are highly compacted and store more energy in a relatively small space compared to carbohydrates.
  • They have high hydrogen but low oxygen content and so can yield a lot of energy and water on oxidation.
  • They are lighter in weight than carbohydrates so keep the weight of the organism lower even with large energy deposits.
  • They are relatively inert compared to carbohydrates do that they are kept unaltered over a long time.
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    Alexander Demark Boka 2 years

    So interesting and in fact making things easier for me

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