Which biomolecules provide the most energy per gram?
A) proteins
B) carbohydrates
C) triglycerides
D) Protein and carbohydrates provide more energy than triglycerides.
E) Proteins, carbohydrates and triglycerides provide the same amount of energy.

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Triglycerides provide the most energy per gram, with approximately 9 kcal per gram compared to approximately 4 kcal per gram for both proteins and carbohydrates.

Which Biomolecules Provide the Most Energy Per Gram