Question 1

Which statement accurately describes a feature of essential fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aspirin works to reduce the symptoms of infection or pain by retarding the synthesis of certain eicosanoids. 
B)  Eicosanoids from the omega-6 family of fatty acids provide a greater health benefit than do those from the omega-3 family. 
C)  Research shows that reducing the number of dietary omega-3 fatty acids may be beneficial. 
D)  Most diets in the United States meet the minimum fatty acid requirement. 
E)  Omega-3 eicosanoids promote clot formation, inflammation, and blood vessel constriction. 
A)  Aspirin works to reduce the symptoms of infection or pain by retarding the synthesis of certain eicosanoids. 
B)  Eicosanoids from the omega-6 family of fatty acids provide a greater health benefit than do those from the omega-3 family. 
C)  Research shows that reducing the number of dietary omega-3 fatty acids may be beneficial. 
D)  Most diets in the United States meet the minimum fatty acid requirement. 
E)  Omega-3 eicosanoids promote clot formation, inflammation, and blood vessel constriction.

Question 2

The % Daily Value for fat on food labels is based on ________ grams.

Accepted Answer

A)  24 
B)  46 
C)  63 
D)  78 
E)  92 
A)  24 
B)  46 
C)  63 
D)  78 
E)  92

Question 3

A molecule of glycerol with two fatty acids attached is called a "________."

Accepted Answer

The answer of A molecule of glycerol with two fatty...

Question 4

Which lipid is most abundant in foods and in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  sterols 
B)  glycerols 
C)  triglycerides 
D)  monoglycerides 
E)  polyglycerides 
A)  sterols 
B)  glycerols 
C)  triglycerides 
D)  monoglycerides 
E)  polyglycerides

Question 5

The double bond of a fatty acid, where hydrogen atoms can easily be added to the structure, is called the "________."

Accepted Answer

The answer of The double bond of a fatty acid,...

Question 6

Which product has the highest amount of saturated fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  butter 
B)  lard 
C)  beef tallow 
D)  coconut oil 
E)  chicken fat 
A)  butter 
B)  lard 
C)  beef tallow 
D)  coconut oil 
E)  chicken fat

Question 7

Proteins synthesized and secreted by adipose cells are called "________."

Accepted Answer

The answer of Proteins synthesized and secreted by adipose cells...

Question 8

Which item is a chief food source of long-chain fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  fish 
B)  artichokes 
C)  dairy 
D)  rye 
E)  fruit 
A)  fish 
B)  artichokes 
C)  dairy 
D)  rye 
E)  fruit

Question 9

Cholesterol made within the body is referred to as "________."

Accepted Answer

A)  exogenous 
B)  atherosclerosis 
C)  endogenous 
D)  hydrophobic 
E)  hydrophilic 
A)  exogenous 
B)  atherosclerosis 
C)  endogenous 
D)  hydrophobic 
E)  hydrophilic

Question 10

Which of the following is an essential fatty acid?

Accepted Answer

A)  lecithin 
B)  cholesterol 
C)  stearic acid 
D)  linolenic acid 
E)  adiponectin 
A)  lecithin 
B)  cholesterol 
C)  stearic acid 
D)  linolenic acid 
E)  adiponectin

Question 11

Which is NOT part of the enterohepatic circulation of bile?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bile is made from cholesterol in the liver. 
B)  Bile is stored in the pancreas. 
C)  Bile emulsifies fats in the small intestine. 
D)  Bile is reabsorbed in to the blood. 
E)  Bile that has been trapped in soluble fibers in the colon is excreted. 
A)  Bile is made from cholesterol in the liver. 
B)  Bile is stored in the pancreas. 
C)  Bile emulsifies fats in the small intestine. 
D)  Bile is reabsorbed in to the blood. 
E)  Bile that has been trapped in soluble fibers in the colon is excreted.

Question 12

Which of the following statements accurately defines the U.S. intake of saturated fats?

Accepted Answer

A)  Zero saturated fat diets are possible with expert help. 
B)  More than half of the fat in most meats is saturated. 
C)  Tropical oils are frequently used by consumers. 
D)  Tropical oils are commonly found in commercially prepared foods. 
E)  Vegan diets and mixed diets have about the same amount of saturated fats. 
A)  Zero saturated fat diets are possible with expert help. 
B)  More than half of the fat in most meats is saturated. 
C)  Tropical oils are frequently used by consumers. 
D)  Tropical oils are commonly found in commercially prepared foods. 
E)  Vegan diets and mixed diets have about the same amount of saturated fats.

Question 13

The emulsification of fat by bile is often compared to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the evaporation of alcohol when cooking 
B)  a detergent removing grease spots from clothes 
C)  driving a car on the highway 
D)  a dog wagging its tail 
E)  flossing one's teeth 
A)  the evaporation of alcohol when cooking 
B)  a detergent removing grease spots from clothes 
C)  driving a car on the highway 
D)  a dog wagging its tail 
E)  flossing one's teeth

Question 14

Fat supplies about ________ of the body's ongoing energy needs during rest.

Accepted Answer

A)  10% 
B)  20% 
C)  40% 
D)  60% 
E)  80% 
A)  10% 
B)  20% 
C)  40% 
D)  60% 
E)  80%

Question 15

Explain the relationships among dietary fats, cancer, and obesity.

Accepted Answer

The links between dietary fats and cance

Question 16

Match between columns
                        Premises: The double bond of a fatty acid, where hydrogen atoms can be added
Responsible for most of the hydrolysis of triglycerides
Part of the phospholipid lecithin
Spherical complexes of emulsified fat
An 18-carbon saturated fatty acid
Good food source of omega-3 fatty acids
Largest and least dense lipoprotein
The lipoprotein that primarily transports triglycerides from liver to other tissues
Lean source of dietary protein
A common source of oleic acid
The lipoprotein that is half protein
The most well-known sterol
Fat-digesting enzymes secreted from the stomach
Derivatives of 20-carbon fatty acids
Good food source of omega-6 fatty acids
An 18-carbon polyunsaturated fatty acid with two double bonds
Oil typically part of the Mediterranean diet
Makes bile from cholesterol
Common source of trans -fatty acids
An essential fatty acid with three double bonds

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Eicosanoids and Cholesterol and Very low-density lipoprotein is...

Question 17

Which statement about fatty acids is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  They consist of a chain of carbon and hydrogen atoms with an acid group on one end and a methyl group at the other end. 
B)  Fatty acids differ in the number and location of their double bonds. 
C)  Naturally occurring fatty acids contain even numbers of carbons in their chains. 
D)  The short-chain fatty acids of meats and seafood are most common in the diet. 
E)  Fatty acids are organic compounds. 
A)  They consist of a chain of carbon and hydrogen atoms with an acid group on one end and a methyl group at the other end. 
B)  Fatty acids differ in the number and location of their double bonds. 
C)  Naturally occurring fatty acids contain even numbers of carbons in their chains. 
D)  The short-chain fatty acids of meats and seafood are most common in the diet. 
E)  Fatty acids are organic compounds.

Question 18

Which of the following is a potentially healthful source of monounsaturated fats?

Accepted Answer

A)  olives 
B)  coconut 
C)  pumpkin seeds 
D)  flaxseed 
E)  eggs 
A)  olives 
B)  coconut 
C)  pumpkin seeds 
D)  flaxseed 
E)  eggs

Question 19

Which of these is a member of the omega-3 family?

Accepted Answer

A)  stearic acid 
B)  palmitic acid 
C)  linoleic acid 
D)  eicosapentaenoic acid 
E)  arachidonic acid 
A)  stearic acid 
B)  palmitic acid 
C)  linoleic acid 
D)  eicosapentaenoic acid 
E)  arachidonic acid

Question 20

Which of these foods has the highest amount of omega-3 fatty acids per 3.5-oz serving?

Accepted Answer

A)  chilean sea bass 
B)  farmed catfish 
C)  monkfish 
D)  grouper 
E)  shrimp 
A)  chilean sea bass 
B)  farmed catfish 
C)  monkfish 
D)  grouper 
E)  shrimp

Exam 5: The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Which statement accurately describes a feature of essential fatty acids?

The % Daily Value for fat on food labels is based on ________ grams.

A molecule of glycerol with two fatty acids attached is called a "________."

Which lipid is most abundant in foods and in the body?

The double bond of a fatty acid, where hydrogen atoms can easily be added to the structure, is called the "________."

Which product has the highest amount of saturated fatty acids?

Proteins synthesized and secreted by adipose cells are called "________."

Which item is a chief food source of long-chain fatty acids?

Cholesterol made within the body is referred to as "________."

Which of the following is an essential fatty acid?

Which is NOT part of the enterohepatic circulation of bile?

Which of the following statements accurately defines the U.S. intake of saturated fats?

The emulsification of fat by bile is often compared to ________.

Fat supplies about ________ of the body's ongoing energy needs during rest.

Explain the relationships among dietary fats, cancer, and obesity.

Which statement about fatty acids is FALSE?

Which of the following is a potentially healthful source of monounsaturated fats?

Which of these is a member of the omega-3 family?

Which of these foods has the highest amount of omega-3 fatty acids per 3.5-oz serving?

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention

Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Products

Enteral Nutrition Support

Parenteral Nutrition Support

Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Liver Disease and Gallstones

Diabetes Mellitus

Cardiovascular Diseases

Kidney Diseases

Cancer and Hiv Infection

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