The nutrient that provides the densest energy source is
a. fat.
b. protein.
c. alcohol.
d. carbohydrate.
A
Fat provides the densest energy source. Fat provides 9 kcal/g; protein and carbohydrate each provide 4 kcal/g; alcohol provides 7 kcal/g.
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