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In the body, metabolism of 10 g of protein would produce approximately____________?

Correct answer: B. 41 Kcal

  • A. 1 Kcal
  • B. 41 Kcal
  • C. 410 Kcal
  • D. 4100 Kcal

Explanation

Protein yields approximately 4.1 kcal per gram when metabolised, so 10 g provides about 41 kcal. The larger values would require far more protein.

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