Q97
The bilogical value of buffalo meat is
A.
75%
B.
65%
AnswerC.
85%
D.
55%
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The biological value of buffalo meat is 65%.Biological value measures protein quality by calculating the nitrogen used for tissue formation divided by the nitrogen absorbed from food. This product is multiplied by 100 and expressed as a percentage of nitrogen utilized.
Meat is a significant source of protein, which is of high biological value. Buffalo contains 28 calories per 28.35 g serving. This serving contains 0.4 g of fat, 5.8 g of protein and 0 g of carbohydrate.