Question

which of the following is a primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms? catalyzing biological reactions providing a quick source of energy storing genetic information providing long - term energy storage what are the main components of lipids (fats and oils)? fatty acids and glycerol amino acids monosaccharides nucleotides

Explanation:

1. Carbohydrates are broken - down quickly in the body to release energy, so their primary function is providing a quick source of energy. Enzymes catalyze biological reactions, nucleic acids store genetic information, and lipids provide long - term energy storage.
2. Lipids (fats and oils) are composed of fatty acids and glycerol. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, monosaccharides are the building blocks of carbohydrates, and nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids.

Answer:

1. Providing a quick source of energy
2. Fatty acids and glycerol