NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which of the following is the measure of energy in food?
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A:Nutrition
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B:Calories
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C:Values
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D:Percent
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Calories. Energy is measured in units of calories, kilocalories (kcal) or kilojoules (kJ).
Detailed explanation-2: -The standard (SI) unit of measure for energy is the Joule (J). This unit derives from the definition of energy, which is the ability to do work. Work is measured also in Joules, which results from multiplying Force (in Newtons) by distance (in meters).
Detailed explanation-3: -A unit of heat energy used in thermochemistry is the thermochemical calorie, equal to 4.184 joules. It is commonly used as the unit for heat capacities, latent heats, and heats of reaction.
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