Fatty acids

Fatty acids

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Health Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Science

10th Grade - University

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The video explores the role of fats as a macronutrient, highlighting their energy density and multifunctional roles in the body. It introduces lipids and their subtypes, focusing on fatty acids, including saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats. The video explains the sources and health implications of each type, emphasizing the importance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. It concludes with the functions of fatty acids, such as energy production, cell membrane structure, hormone synthesis, and brain health.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which macronutrient provides the most energy per gram?

Vitamins

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are lipids primarily characterized by?

Being insoluble in organic solvents

Being composed of proteins

Being insoluble in water

Being soluble in water

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of fatty acids are solid at room temperature?

Trans fatty acids

Polyunsaturated fatty acids

Saturated fatty acids

Unsaturated fatty acids

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a source of Omega-3 fatty acids?

Butter

Olive oil

Salmon

Corn oil

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What process is used to create trans fatty acids?

Saponification

Fermentation

Oxidation

Hydrogenation

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary energy currency produced by fatty acids?

NADH

ATP

GTP

FADH2

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which fatty acids are crucial for brain development?

Omega-3 fatty acids

Monounsaturated fatty acids

Trans fatty acids

Saturated fatty acids