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Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Question 3 • PA Human Anatomy & Physiology A 2026-2027 SMITH IC

Which is a difference between proteins and carbohydrates and fats?

Answer
A
Proteins are macromolecules; carbohydrates and fats are not.
B
Proteins are composed of monomers; carbohydrates and fats are not.
C
Carbohydrates and fats contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen; proteins do not.
D
Excess carbohydrates and fats are stored; excess proteins are not.

Explanation

Carbohydrates and fats can be stored for later use, such as glycogen and body fat. The body does not store excess protein as protein; it breaks down extra amino acids and uses or eliminates their components. So the difference is that excess carbohydrates and fats are stored, while excess proteins are not.

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