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What type of bonds are rare in nature in Trans Fats?
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?
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?
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?
What are the common symptoms of dehydration?
Which type of nutrient do vitamins fall under?
Which type of nutrient do vitamins fall under?
What serious condition can result from overhydration?
What serious condition can result from overhydration?
Which type of fats tend to be solids at room temperature?
Which type of fats tend to be solids at room temperature?
What distinguishes unsaturated fats from saturated fats?
What distinguishes unsaturated fats from saturated fats?
Where do most people typically get plenty of omega-6 fatty acids in their diet from?
Where do most people typically get plenty of omega-6 fatty acids in their diet from?
Which category of fatty acids must be obtained from food because the body cannot synthesize them?
Which category of fatty acids must be obtained from food because the body cannot synthesize them?
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes monounsaturated fats from polyunsaturated fats?
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes monounsaturated fats from polyunsaturated fats?
Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?
Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?
What is the main function of fats in the human body?
What is the main function of fats in the human body?
Which type of fatty acids are typically found in foods and the human body?
Which type of fatty acids are typically found in foods and the human body?
Which of the following statements about essential fatty acids is correct?
Which of the following statements about essential fatty acids is correct?
What is the primary difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?
What is the primary difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?
What is the energy content provided by one gram of fat when used for energy?
What is the energy content provided by one gram of fat when used for energy?
Which type of fats make up the majority of triglycerides in foods and the human body?
Which type of fats make up the majority of triglycerides in foods and the human body?
