alleryHow much energy is obtained per gram from lipids?
A7 Kcal
B9 Kcal
C4 Kcal
D2 Kcal
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 9 Kcal
1. Each food component yields a fixed amount of energy per gram.
2. Lipids give 9 Kcal of energy per gram.
3. 4 Kcal is the value for both carbohydrates and proteins, so it is ruled out.
_Source: Balbharati (Maharashtra Board) Class 10 Science & Technology Part 2, Ch 2 "Life Processes in Living Organisms Part 1", p.25_
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