Energy in Food
Food serves as a powerful energy carrier, with lipids and fats boasting energy densities comparable to fossil fuels. While photosynthesis is the foundation of our food system, its efficiency is surprisingly low, averaging around 0.3%, far less than modern energy technologies. Despite this inefficiency, photosynthesis offers resilience and adaptability, ensuring a steady supply of energy for human life.In this clip
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The food-energy nexus
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