Question

The average energy value of Buffalo milk.

• A. 100 Caloric/100 g
• B. 50 Caloric/100 g
• C. 150 Caloric/100 g
• D. 25 Caloric/100 g

Hint:

Buffalo milk has higher fat than cow milk, so always expect a higher energy value in numerical questions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Energy value of milk depends mainly on its fat, protein, and lactose content. Buffalo milk has higher fat content compared to cow milk, hence it provides more energy.

Step 1: Composition of buffalo milk.
Buffalo milk typically contains:
• Fat: 6–8%
• Protein: 3.5–4%
• Lactose: ~5%

Step 2: Understanding energy contribution.

• Fat gives 9 kcal/g
• Protein gives 4 kcal/g
• Lactose gives 4 kcal/g

Step 3: Estimating energy value.
Due to high fat content, buffalo milk has a higher calorific value compared to cow milk. On average: \[ \text{Energy value} \approx 100 \text{ kcal per 100 g} \]

Step 4: Eliminating incorrect options.

• 50 and 25 kcal are too low
• 150 kcal is too high for standard composition

Step 5: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct average energy value is 100 Caloric/100 g.