Problem: Table 5.5: Compositions and Fuel ValuesFuelValuekJ/gkcal/g(Cal/g)Carbohydrate174Fat389Protein174How many grams of protein provide the same fuel value as 21 g of fat?

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Cal=mass(g)× Calg


21 g× 9 Calg=g protein× 4 Calg

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Table 5.5: Compositions and Fuel Values

FuelValue

kJ/gkcal/g(Cal/g)
Carbohydrate174
Fat389
Protein174


How many grams of protein provide the same fuel value as 21 g of fat?

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