Trans Fats and Water Quiz

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What type of bonds are rare in nature in Trans Fats?

  • Triple bonds
  • Hydrogen bonds
  • Single bonds
  • Double bonds (correct)

In which industrial process are Trans Fats typically created?

  • Partial hydrogenation (correct)
  • Esterification
  • Oxidation
  • Hydrolysis

What is the primary reason for using Trans Fats in processed foods?

  • Longer shelf life (correct)
  • Increased nutritional value
  • Reduced calorie content
  • Enhanced taste

What are the common symptoms of dehydration?

<p>Weakness and heart palpitations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nutrient do vitamins fall under?

<p>Micronutrient (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What serious condition can result from overhydration?

<p>Water intoxication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fats tend to be solids at room temperature?

<p>Saturated fats (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes unsaturated fats from saturated fats?

<p>They have fewer carbon-carbon double bonds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do most people typically get plenty of omega-6 fatty acids in their diet from?

<p>Processed cooking oils (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category of fatty acids must be obtained from food because the body cannot synthesize them?

<p>Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic that distinguishes monounsaturated fats from polyunsaturated fats?

<p>The number of double bonds they have (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

<p>Salmon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of fats in the human body?

<p>Provide energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fatty acids are typically found in foods and the human body?

<p>Saturated fatty acids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about essential fatty acids is correct?

<p>They must be obtained from dietary sources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Their carbon-carbon double bond position (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the energy content provided by one gram of fat when used for energy?

<p>$9$ Calories (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fats make up the majority of triglycerides in foods and the human body?

<p>Saturated fats (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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