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Among energy values of nutrients, 9.3 calories is that of:
Options:
A .  Fats
B .  Proteins
C .  Vitamins
D .  Carbohydrates
Answer: Option A
:
A
The calorific value of food is the amount of energy released by the complete oxidation of food. One g of fat yields 9.3 kcal (1 kcal = 4.1868 × 1000 joules); 1 g of carbohydrate yields 4.1 kcal; and 1 g of protein yields 4.1 kcal.

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