Question 1

The enzyme ____ stimulates the release of the fatty acids from the triglyceride in the blood so uptake by adipose and muscle cells can take place.

Accepted Answer

A)  pancreatic lipase 
B)  lipoprotein lipase 
C)  hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL) 
D)  carnitine acyl transferase (CAT) 
A)  pancreatic lipase 
B)  lipoprotein lipase 
C)  hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL) 
D)  carnitine acyl transferase (CAT)

Question 2

One of the sterols found in plants is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  cholesterol 
B)  estrogen 
C)  testosterone 
D)  lecithin 
A)  cholesterol 
B)  estrogen 
C)  testosterone 
D)  lecithin

Question 3

The appropriate amount of fat for training and performance depends, in part, upon ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  overall energy need 
B)  micronutrient balance 
C)  proportion of monounsaturated to polyunsaturated fats 
D)  omega fatty acids to trans fatty acids 
A)  overall energy need 
B)  micronutrient balance 
C)  proportion of monounsaturated to polyunsaturated fats 
D)  omega fatty acids to trans fatty acids

Question 4

From a performance perspective, fat intake is important because fat provides energy for ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  all exercise 
B)  primarily low- to moderate-intensity exercise 
C)  primarily moderate- to high-intensity exercise 
D)  primarily ultra-endurance exercise 
A)  all exercise 
B)  primarily low- to moderate-intensity exercise 
C)  primarily moderate- to high-intensity exercise 
D)  primarily ultra-endurance exercise

Question 5

The person that would likely get the greatest benefit from taking an omega-3 supplement for the antiinflammatory properties is a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  athlete engaged in ultra-endurance activities 
B)  athlete engaged in high-intensity activities 
C)  person trained for moderate-intensity workouts 
D)  untrained person 
A)  athlete engaged in ultra-endurance activities 
B)  athlete engaged in high-intensity activities 
C)  person trained for moderate-intensity workouts 
D)  untrained person

Question 6

A sterol is a steroid-based compound that has one or more carboxyl (COOH) groups attached to it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When triglycerides are mobilized from storage in adipocytes, they must be attached to a carrier before they can be transported throughout the blood to skeletal muscle for use as energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the most important factor in weight (fat) loss?

Accepted Answer

A)  Exercise intensity 
B)  Total caloric expenditure 
C)  Use of fat as a fuel source during exercise 
D)  Elimination of calories derived from alcohol 
A)  Exercise intensity 
B)  Total caloric expenditure 
C)  Use of fat as a fuel source during exercise 
D)  Elimination of calories derived from alcohol

Question 9

Leafy green vegetables, fatty fish, and flaxseed are sources of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Exercising in the "fat burning zone" is highly recommended because it is the most effective way to lose body fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

What is the most common transport protein for fatty acids that have been mobilized from adipose tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  Albumin 
B)  Branch chained amino acids 
C)  Carnitine 
D)  Glycerol 
A)  Albumin 
B)  Branch chained amino acids 
C)  Carnitine 
D)  Glycerol

Question 12

The enzyme that stimulates the breakdown of triglycerides and the release of fatty acids from adipocytes is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  pancreatic lipase 
B)  lipoprotein lipase 
C)  hormone-sensitive lipase 
D)  carnitine acyl transferase 
A)  pancreatic lipase 
B)  lipoprotein lipase 
C)  hormone-sensitive lipase 
D)  carnitine acyl transferase

Question 13

How many kilocalories are in each gram of fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  2 
B)  4 
C)  7 
D)  9 
A)  2 
B)  4 
C)  7 
D)  9

Question 14

The production of ketones is part of the normal metabolic pathway for fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Why is beta-oxidation important?

Accepted Answer

A)  Allows excess fatty acids to be dissipated as heat 
B)  Activates enzymes and hormones that are needed for fat metabolism 
C)  Stimulates the release of glucose from muscle glycogen 
D)  Prepares fatty acids for ATP production 
A)  Allows excess fatty acids to be dissipated as heat 
B)  Activates enzymes and hormones that are needed for fat metabolism 
C)  Stimulates the release of glucose from muscle glycogen 
D)  Prepares fatty acids for ATP production

Question 16

What is the product of anaerobic glycolysis that inhibits the carrier mechanism of fatty acids, causing them to become "stuck" in the fat cells?

Accepted Answer

A)  ATP 
B)  electrons 
C)  albumin 
D)  lactate 
A)  ATP 
B)  electrons 
C)  albumin 
D)  lactate

Question 17

Fat cannot be stored in muscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The majority of the dietary fat consumed will be incorporated into ____ for transport.

Accepted Answer

A)  interstitial fluid 
B)  lipoprotein-lipases 
C)  chylomicrons 
D)  albumin 
A)  interstitial fluid 
B)  lipoprotein-lipases 
C)  chylomicrons 
D)  albumin

Question 19

__________ is a normal metabolic pathway that is sometimes referred to as an "overflow" pathway.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ is a normal metabolic pathway that...

Question 20

Beta-oxidation is a series of four chemical steps during which two-carbon segments of fatty acids are cleaved from the fatty acid chain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The enzyme ____ stimulates the release of the fatty acids from the triglyceride in the blood so uptake by adipose and muscle cells can take place.

One of the sterols found in plants is ____.

The appropriate amount of fat for training and performance depends, in part, upon ____.

From a performance perspective, fat intake is important because fat provides energy for ____.

The person that would likely get the greatest benefit from taking an omega-3 supplement for the antiinflammatory properties is a(n) ____.

A sterol is a steroid-based compound that has one or more carboxyl (COOH) groups attached to it.

When triglycerides are mobilized from storage in adipocytes, they must be attached to a carrier before they can be transported throughout the blood to skeletal muscle for use as energy.

What is the most important factor in weight (fat) loss?

Leafy green vegetables, fatty fish, and flaxseed are sources of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid.

Exercising in the "fat burning zone" is highly recommended because it is the most effective way to lose body fat.

What is the most common transport protein for fatty acids that have been mobilized from adipose tissue?

The enzyme that stimulates the breakdown of triglycerides and the release of fatty acids from adipocytes is ____.

How many kilocalories are in each gram of fat?

The production of ketones is part of the normal metabolic pathway for fat.

Why is beta-oxidation important?

What is the product of anaerobic glycolysis that inhibits the carrier mechanism of fatty acids, causing them to become "stuck" in the fat cells?

Fat cannot be stored in muscle.

The majority of the dietary fat consumed will be incorporated into ____ for transport.

__________ is a normal metabolic pathway that is sometimes referred to as an "overflow" pathway.

Beta-oxidation is a series of four chemical steps during which two-carbon segments of fatty acids are cleaved from the fatty acid chain.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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Exam 6: Fats

The enzyme ____ stimulates the release of the fatty acids from the triglyceride in the blood so uptake by adipose and muscle cells can take place.

One of the sterols found in plants is ____.

The appropriate amount of fat for training and performance depends, in part, upon ____.

From a performance perspective, fat intake is important because fat provides energy for ____.

The person that would likely get the greatest benefit from taking an omega-3 supplement for the antiinflammatory properties is a(n) ____.

A sterol is a steroid-based compound that has one or more carboxyl (COOH) groups attached to it.

When triglycerides are mobilized from storage in adipocytes, they must be attached to a carrier before they can be transported throughout the blood to skeletal muscle for use as energy.

What is the most important factor in weight (fat) loss?

Leafy green vegetables, fatty fish, and flaxseed are sources of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid.

Exercising in the "fat burning zone" is highly recommended because it is the most effective way to lose body fat.

What is the most common transport protein for fatty acids that have been mobilized from adipose tissue?

The enzyme that stimulates the breakdown of triglycerides and the release of fatty acids from adipocytes is ____.

How many kilocalories are in each gram of fat?

The production of ketones is part of the normal metabolic pathway for fat.

Why is beta-oxidation important?

What is the product of anaerobic glycolysis that inhibits the carrier mechanism of fatty acids, causing them to become "stuck" in the fat cells?

Fat cannot be stored in muscle.

The majority of the dietary fat consumed will be incorporated into ____ for transport.

__________ is a normal metabolic pathway that is sometimes referred to as an "overflow" pathway.

Beta-oxidation is a series of four chemical steps during which two-carbon segments of fatty acids are cleaved from the fatty acid chain.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Filters