Question

Fats are specialized lipid molecules, and enzymes are specialized protein molecules. How do the functions of fats and enzymes differ?
A. Fats provide support for cells, while enzymes lower the pH of gastric fluids.

B. Fats are structural building materials, while enzymes are transportation molecules.

C. Fats are storage molecules, while enzymes are catalytic molecules.

D. Fats regulate body functions, while enzymes denature invasive bacteria.

Explain why.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is C. Fats are storage molecules, while enzymes are catalytic molecules.

Explanation:

Fats are primarily made up of carbon and hydrogen atoms which makes it hydrophobic in nature. Fat are macronutrient and they is stored on the liver which are utilized by the body in the scarcity of glucose and glycogen in the body. Fats can provide more calories that amino acids and glycogen after oxidation.

Enzymes are catalytic molecules that can regulate the reaction rate. Most of the enzymes increase the rate of the reaction and helps in completion of a metabolic process. Enzymes in the human body works more efficiently at 37°c.

Therefore fats are used for storage purpose and enzymes are used to catalyze a reaction. So the right answer is C.

Answer 2

Fats are storage molecules , while enzymes are catalytic molecules