Question

the chemical formula for the major component of palm kernel oil is ch3(ch2)14co2h. the chemical formula for the carbohydrate glucose is c6h12o6. which statement best describes these macromolecules as foods?

Answer 1

d. Palm kernel oil would provide more energy than glucose because it contains more carbon bonds, which release energy when broken.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Below is the choices you can found elsewhere:
a. Glucose is a better energy source because it is the only one that can be broken down by living things.
b. Palm kernel oil would provide a quicker energy source than glucose because it has more carbon atoms that can be used.
c. Glucose is the only one that would provide energy to living things because it is a key product of respiration.
d. Palm kernel oil would provide more energy than glucose because it contains more carbon bonds, which release energy when broken.

The correct answer is D.