Q. The highest calorific value is found in
A) Proteins
B) Fats
C) Vitamins
D) Carbohydrates
Explanation
(b)
1 g fat provide 37 kJ of energy on oxidation while 1 g carbohydrate on oxidation gives 17 kJ of energy. Hence, fat has highest calorific value
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