Table 3.
Nutrients and resulting energy equivalents of oxygen and carbon dioxide when metabolized (Brouwer 1957)
| Nutrient | Oxygen (kJ/l) | Carbon dioxide (kJ/l) |
|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 21.1 | 21.1 |
| Protein | 18.7 | 23.4 |
| Fat | 19.6 | 27.8 |
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