Biochemistry - ATP Synthesis and Fatty Acid Oxidation - Discussion

Discussion Forum : ATP Synthesis and Fatty Acid Oxidation - Section 1 (Q.No. 6)
6.
The maximum energy per gram on oxidization is yielded from
fat
protein
glycogen
starch
Answer: Option
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JAITHANYA said:   6 years ago
When compared to other macronutrient classes (carbohydrates and protein) , fatty acids yield the most ATP on an energy per gram basis, when they are completely oxidized to CO2 and water by beta oxidation and the citric acid cycle.

Nitesh yadav said:   9 years ago
What is the reason in fat maximum energy per gram on oxidization is yield?

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