A Kilocalorie Is Defined as

question 53

Multiple Choice

A kilocalorie is defined as

• A) the quantity of glucose needed to increase the body temperature by 1°C.
• B) the quantity of heat needed to raise the temperature of 1 kg of water by 1°C.
• C) the quantity of food used to maintain normal bodily functions.
• D) the quantity of food consumed during a given type of exercise.

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