ScienceQuestion 111 of 120
Which nutrient is the body's primary source of quick energy?
a.Proteins
b.Fats
c.Carbohydrates
d.Vitamins
Explanation
Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which cells use for quick energy. They are the body's preferred and fastest energy source.
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