Question

calorific value of a food is the heat produced by the oxidation of .................of a food
1 one mole
2 one kg
3 one g
4 100 g
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Answer 1

The calorific value of a food is the heat produced by the oxidation of 100 grams of the food.

Explanation:

• The Calorific value of the food is defined by the energy produced in the combustion of the food under determined standards and conditions.

• The nature of the food is found by combusting 100gms of the particular food to derive the carbohydrates, fats, and protein contents of it.

• The standard mass is 100gms, but it can differ for various types of fuels.

• The unit of calorific value is expressed in kilojoule per kilogram(KJ/Kg).