Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 41 - Animal Nutrition - Review - Page 872: 1

Answer

Caloric content measures food energy. One kilocalorie raises one kilogram of water by by degree celsius. Carbohydrates and proteins have around 4 kcal per gram, and fats have 9 kcal per gram. Skim milk has 80 kcal per serving, and whole milk has 152 kcal per serving.

Work Step by Step

Skim: (12$\times$4) +(8$\times$4) = 80 kcal Whole: (12$\times$4)+(8$\times$4)+(8$\times$9)= 152 kcal
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