Analyze the role of triacylglycerols in energy storage compared to carbohydrates.

• A. Triacylglycerols are less efficient in energy storage than carbohydrates.
• B. Carbohydrates store more energy per unit mass due to faster metabolism.
• C. Triacylglycerols store more energy per unit mass due to higher oxidation potential.
• D. Carbohydrates are stored in larger quantities than triacylglycerols.

Answer: (C)