everyday science MCQ #3999

One gram of carbohydrates gives an energy amount of:

everyday science MCQ #3999

  1. Question 1

    Q1. One gram of carbohydrates gives an energy amount of:

    • A) 2 kilocalories
    • B) 4.1 kilocalories
    • C) 6.3 kilocalories
    • D) 8.0 kilocalories

    Answer: 4.1 kilocalories

    Explanation: Carbohydrates yield approximately 4.1 kilocalories per gram upon complete oxidation, a value established by the Atwater energy conversion factors widely used in nutrition science.