KROK 1 Stomatology 2013 – Question 28 · KROK (Dentistry)
Following the estimation of a person’s energy expenditures it was established that the respiratory quotient was equal to 1,0. This means that the compound that is mainly oxidized in the cells is:
- A. Proteins and carbohydrates
- B. Carbohydrates and fats
- C. Proteins
- D. Fats
- E. Carbohydrates
Hint
Recall the ratio of CO₂ produced to O₂ consumed for the oxidation of each class of nutrient.
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