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How much energy does one gram of carbohydrate provide?

Correct answer B. 4.1 kcal

Explanation

Complete oxidation of one gram of carbohydrate releases about 4.1 kilocalories (around 17 kJ), compared with about 9 kilocalories from a gram of fat.

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