alleryWhen proteins are the respiratory substrate, the RQ is about
A1.3
B0.9
C1.0
D0.7
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 0.9
Protein respiration gives an RQ of about 0.9, between that of fats and carbohydrates.
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