Nutrient Classes Flashcards
1
Q
Which could best be called the MOST IMPORTANT NUTRIENT?
A
water
2
Q
Which nutrient class provides most of the energy in livestock diets?
A
carbohydrates
3
Q
Which nutrient class has the most energy per gram?
A
Fats
4
Q
Which nutrient class provides energy only after requirements for it are met?
A
Protein
5
Q
Which nutrient classes do NOT provide any energy?
A
vitamins, minerals and water
6
Q
Which nutrient class is analyzed as crude fiber and NFE?
A
carbohydrates
7
Q
Which nutrient class is soluble in ether?
A
fat
8
Q
Which nutrient class is analyzed by kjeldahl procedure?
A
proteins
9
Q
Which nutrient class is analyzed by N X 6.25?
A
protein
10
Q
How much energy do fats, carbohydrates and proteins have in relation to each other?
A
fats have 2.25 times as much energy as carbohydrates and protein
