Question

Select the correct order for fats, proteins and carbohydrates with respect to their calorific value.

• A. Fats $>$ Carbohydrates $=$ Proteins
• B. Carbohydrates $>$ Fats $>$ Proteins
• C. Proteins $>$ Carbohydrates $>$ Fats
• D. Fats $=$ Proteins $>$ Carbohydrates

Answer 1

The correct option is A Fats $>$ Carbohydrates $=$ Proteins

Calorific value is in the order as given below:

Fats $>$ Carbohydrates $=$ Proteins

Calorific value of fats, carbohydrates and proteins are $9.3$ kcal, $4$ kcal and $4$ kcal respectively, for each gram of the molecule.