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Linolenic acid is an omega-3 fatty acid.What does "omega-3" mean? 


A)  It contains three double bonds. 
B)  Its closest double bond is three carbons away from the acid end. 
C)  Its closest double bond is three carbons away from the methyl end. 
D)  Its closest double bond is three carbons away from each end. 
E)  Its structure bends three times.

F) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

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Lipoproteins that derive from VLDL and transport lipids,primarily cholesterol,in the blood are called ________.

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Which food source is rich in lecithin? 


A)  Soybeans 
B)  Salmon 
C)  Hard cheeses 
D)  Milk 
E)  Legumes

F) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

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An ounce of mixed nuts provides about ________ kcalories.


A)  25 
B)  50 
C)  100 
D)  200 
E)  300

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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


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

F) C) and E)
G) B) and E)

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By definition,lipids that are solid at room temperature (77°F or 25°C) are called ________.


A)  oils 
B)  fats 
C)  omegas 
D)  glycerols 
E)  phospholipids

F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

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


A)  Stearic acid 
B)  Palmitic acid 
C)  Linoleic acid 
D)  Eicosapentaenoic acid 
E)  Arachidonic acid

F) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

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Renata eats a meal containing some fats.Within ________ hours after absorption,her body has removed the chylomicrons from her blood.


A)  two 
B)  five 
C)  14 
D)  18 
E)  24

F) All of the above
G) D) and E)

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MATCHING -Oil typically part of the Mediterranean diet


A) Liver
B) Trout
C) Micelle
D) Eicosanoids
E) Choline
F) Mayonnaise
G) Olive oil
H) Yeast
I) Small intestine
J) Canola oil
K) Linoleic acid
L) Stearic acid
M) Cholesterol
N) Doughnuts
O) Point of saturation
P) Chylomicron
Q) Linolenic acid
R) Gastric lipase
S) High-density lipoprotein
T) Very low-density lipoprotein

U) A) and F)
V) K) and R)

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How are dietary lipids transported?

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The chylomicrons are one of several clus...

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What is adipose tissue? How can it benefit the body?

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First and foremost,triglycerides-either ...

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In comparison to a low-density lipoprotein,a high-density lipoprotein contains ____.


A)  more chylomicrons 
B)  more protein 
C)  more cholesterol 
D)  more carbohydrate 
E)  more triglyceride

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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Surveys show that most diets in the U.S.provide about ________ of their total energy from fat.


A)  25% 
B)  33% 
C)  45% 
D)  55% 
E)  75%

F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

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About how much of the fat in cheese and sour cream is saturated? 


A)  1/4 
B)  1/3 
C)  1/2 
D)  2/3 
E)  7/8

F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

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MATCHING -An 18-carbon saturated fatty acid


A) Liver
B) Trout
C) Micelle
D) Eicosanoids
E) Choline
F) Mayonnaise
G) Olive oil
H) Yeast
I) Small intestine
J) Canola oil
K) Linoleic acid
L) Stearic acid
M) Cholesterol
N) Doughnuts
O) Point of saturation
P) Chylomicron
Q) Linolenic acid
R) Gastric lipase
S) High-density lipoprotein
T) Very low-density lipoprotein

U) K) and N)
V) H) and P)

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MATCHING -The lipoprotein that is half protein


A) Liver
B) Trout
C) Micelle
D) Eicosanoids
E) Choline
F) Mayonnaise
G) Olive oil
H) Yeast
I) Small intestine
J) Canola oil
K) Linoleic acid
L) Stearic acid
M) Cholesterol
N) Doughnuts
O) Point of saturation
P) Chylomicron
Q) Linolenic acid
R) Gastric lipase
S) High-density lipoprotein
T) Very low-density lipoprotein

U) C) and S)
V) J) and M)

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


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

F) B) and D)
G) B) and E)

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Which statement accurately describes essential fatty acids? 


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 U.S. meet the minimum fatty acid requirement. 
E)  Omega-3 eicosanoids promote clot formation, inflammation, and blood vessel constriction.

F) D) and E)
G) All of the above

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What are chylomicrons? 


A)  Clusters of lipids and proteins used as transport vehicles from the intestines to the body 
B)  Tiny spheres of emulsified fat 
C)  Alcohols with three-carbon chains 
D)  Food additives 
E)  Nitrogen compounds found in foods and made in the body

F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

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


A)  Chilean sea bass 
B)  Farmed catfish 
C)  Monkfish 
D)  Grouper 
E)  Shrimp

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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