How Much Energy Is Released by the Digestion of Fiber

question 35

Multiple Choice

How much energy is released by the digestion of fiber?

• A) 1 Cal/gram
• B) 4 Cal/gram
• C) 8 Cal/gram
• D) 9 Cal/gram
• E) 0 Cal/gram

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Definitions:

Epidermis

The outermost layer of skin that serves as a protective barrier against the environment.

Collagen Fibers

Ropelike protein of the extracellular matrix.

Dermis

Dense irregular connective tissue that forms the deep layer of the skin.

Diencephalon

A region of the brain that includes structures such as the thalamus and hypothalamus, involved in sensory and autonomic functions.