Which of the following basic nutrients does not contain any calories?
a.
protein
b.
carbohydrates
c.
water
d.
fat

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The answer is C. Water

There are absolutely no calories in water only minerals. Proteins, fats and carbohydrates all contain different amounts of calories in them depending on the food and how the body metabolizes them.

We need food and their nutrients, because these nutrients produce energy for our body, stimulate growth, and maintain life. The nutrients are classified in six classes: carbohydrates , protein , fats , vitamins , minerals  and water. Carbohydrates , protein , fats  all provide calories. The remaining nutrients — water, minerals, and vitamins — do not provide calories. so, from the given options water is basic nutrients which does NOT contain any calories. Correct C