FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
PROPERTIES OF FOOD COMPONENTS
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Question
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Carbohydrates and fats are known as
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Protective food
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Energy-giving food
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Insulating food
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -One gram of carbohydrate yields about 17 kilo-joule of energy, whereas one gram of fat produces 37 kilo-joule of energy. This is the reason why carbohydrates and fats are called as energy food.
Detailed explanation-2: -They are one of the primary sources of energy for our bodies. They are organic molecules. Bread, grains, and fruits are some examples of food that are rich in carbohydrates.
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