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What is the difference between a science calorie and a food Calorie?

A science calorie is equal to 1,000 food Calories.
A food Calorie is equal to 1,000 science calories.
A science calorie is the amount of heat energy needed to gain a pound.
A food Calorie is the amount of heat energy needed to gain a pound.

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Answer:

A food Calorie is equal to 1,000 science calories (a kilocalorie).

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Answer:

A food Calorie is equal to 1,000 science calories.

Step-by-step explanation:

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