Question

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The oxidation of fat releases about.......... kilocalories per gram, whereas the oxidation of carbohydrates or proteins releases about.......... to.......... kilocalories per gram

Answer 1

The oxidation of fat releases about 9.5 kcal per gram which is almost double than that of carbohydrates. This is because fats undergo several more steps for getting completely oxidized than carbohydrates. Oxidation of carbohydrates and proteins release about 4.3 to 5.3 kcal per gram.