Question

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Carbohydrates are more efficient storage form of the energy as compared to the triacylglycerols.
Reason (R) : Carbohydrates are more oxidized and hence yield more energy on oxidation.
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
• C. (A) is true but (R) is false.
• D. Both (A) and (R) are false.

Hint:

Remember: \(\text{Lipids (fats)} \approx 9 \text{ kcal/g}\) vs. \(\text{Carbohydrates} \approx 4 \text{ kcal/g}\).
Fats are highly reduced, which is why they store more energy per unit mass.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D