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Chapter 5: Lipids and Fatty Acids

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What is the systematic name of the fatty acid with the common name Stearic acid?

Octadecenoic acid
Hexadecanoic acid
Octadecanoic acid (correct)
Hexadecenoic acid

What is the function of fatty acids in the blood?

To modulate the immune system
To provide energy to the cells
To form phospholipids and glycolipids
To bind to albumin and form triglycerides (correct)

Which of the following fatty acids is an omega-3 fatty acid?

Eicosapentaenoic acid (correct)
Arachidonic acid
Linoleic acid
Oleic acid

What is the common name of the fatty acid with the systematic name Eicosatetraenoic acid?

Arachidonic acid (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why do we need immune modulation in the body?

To prevent chronic inflammation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of long chain fatty acids?

They have a carboxyl group and are typically even numbered (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?

They are different types of fatty acids with different functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'n' notation in fatty acid nomenclature?

It indicates the position of the first double bond from the methyl end (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relation between fatty acids and lipids?

Fatty acids are derived from lipids (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an omega-3 fatty acid?

Alpha Linolenic Acid (D) Signup and view all the answers

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