Biological value
the nutritional effectiveness of the protein in a given food, expressed as the percentage used by the body of either the total protein consumed or the digestible protein available.
Historical Examples
Studies in the Theory of Descent (Volumes 1 and 2) August Weismann
Northern Nut Growers Association Report of the Proceedings at the Various
An Introduction to the History of Science Walter Libby
Studies in the Theory of Descent (Volumes 1 and 2) August Weismann
Studies in the Theory of Descent (Volumes 1 and 2) August Weismann
Studies in the Theory of Descent (Volumes 1 and 2) August Weismann
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