Fats provide more energy than carbohydrates because they ____.
A) can be stored inside the cell for long periods of time
B) require more oxidation reactions to break down, thus releasing more electrons
C) are hydrophilic, thus entering cells easily
D) are liquid, thus requiring less energy for reactions
E) are partially oxidized initially, thus requiring less ATP for oxidation
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