Which of these produces energy? A)Carbohydrates B)Proteins C)Vitamins D)Mineral salts
Option A) General names for carbohydrates include sugars, starches, saccharide, and polysaccharides. They store energy in the form of starch (photosynthesis in plants) or glycogen (in animals and humans) and provide energy through metabolism pathways and cycles. Metabolism and combustion convert chemical energy into other forms of energy such as heat.