11 Questions
Which type of fatty acid chain has 13 or more carbons?
Long chain fatty acids
What happens when an 'OH' from the glycerol molecule binds to an 'H' from the fatty acid?
A water molecule is released
Why are triglycerides with saturated fatty acids usually solid at room temperature?
They have as many hydrogen atoms as possible
Which enzyme breaks down triglycerides into free fatty acids and monoglycerides in the saliva, stomach, and pancreas?
Lipase
What is the function of bile salts in the digestion of fats?
To increase the surface area for lipases to work
Where do fatty acids and monoglycerides reassemble into triglycerides?
In the small intestine
What is the recommended range for daily fat consumption according to the National Academies of Medicine?
20-35% of daily calories
Which type of fatty acid is not saturated with hydrogen atoms?
Polyunsaturated fatty acid
What is the omega number for a fatty acid with a double bond 6 carbons from the end?
Omega-6
Which type of fatty acid is typically monounsaturated and can be made by the human body?
Monounsaturated fatty acid
What is the result of partial hydrogenation of liquid oils?
Trans fats
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