Question 1

The hydrogenation of an unsaturated fatty acid produces trans fatty acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Carbohydrate- based fat substitutes use plant polysaccharides to help retain moisture and provide a fatlike texture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Which of the following substances has the FDA mandated be added to foods containing olestra?

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamins C and K
B)   zinc and calcium
C)   fat- soluble vitamins
D)   water

Question 4

Which of the following benefits is associated with omega- 3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)   reduction of atherosclerosis
B)   lowering of blood pressure
C)   prevention of an irregular heart beat
D)   All the answers are correct.

Question 5

Which of the following substances is a saturated fatty acid?

Accepted Answer

A)   linoleic acid
B)   stearic acid
C)   alpha- linolenic acid
D)   oleic acid

Question 6

What is an emulsifier?

Accepted Answer

An emulsifier is a compound th...

Question 7

Syndrome X includes all following conditions except

Accepted Answer

A)   abdominal obesity.
B)   elevated levels of HDL cholesterol.
C)   high blood pressure.
D)   too much insulin in the blood.

Question 8

A fatty acid that has a single double bond is called a

Accepted Answer

A)   monounsaturated fatty acid.
B)   polyunsaturated fatty acid.
C)   saturated fatty acid.
D)   unsaturated fatty acid.

Question 9

Lecithin and bile are examples of emulsifiers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The type of lipoprotein made in the liver to transport just- eaten fat is the chylomicron.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following substances is not a lipoprotein?

Accepted Answer

A)   VLDL
B)   LDL
C)   chylomicron
D)   micelle D

Question 12

The current AMDR recommendation for fat in the American diet is

Accepted Answer

A)   20 to 35 percent.
B)   10 to 15 percent.
C)   35 to 50 percent.
D)   25 to 30 percent.

Question 13

Carriers that transport fat and cholesterol in the blood and lymph are known as lipoproteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What are the components of a phospholipid?

Accepted Answer

a glycerol backbone,...

Question 15

All fat- free foods are healthy for you.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following substances is produced by hydrogenating an unsaturated fatty acid?

Accepted Answer

A)   a polyunsaturated fatty acid
B)   a trans fatty acid
C)   a saturated fatty acid
D)   a monounsaturated fatty acid

Question 17

Having type 1 diabetes is a preventable risk factor for heart disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Describe the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid.

Accepted Answer

This graphic displays a plant- based die...

Question 19

It is recommended that you consume at least one serving of fish per week to obtain the necessary omega- 3 fatty acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following lipids is a precursor for both vitamin D and testosterone?

Accepted Answer

A)   alpha- linolenic acid
B)   cholesterol
C)   saturated fat
D)   eicosanoids B

Exam 5: Fats, Oils, and Other Lipids

The hydrogenation of an unsaturated fatty acid produces trans fatty acids.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Carbohydrate- based fat substitutes use plant polysaccharides to help retain moisture and provide a fatlike texture.

Correct AnswerverifiedTrue

Which of the following substances has the FDA mandated be added to foods containing olestra?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following benefits is associated with omega- 3 fatty acids?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following substances is a saturated fatty acid?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

What is an emulsifier?

Correct AnswerverifiedAn emulsifier is a compound th...View AnswerShow Answer

Syndrome X includes all following conditions except

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

A fatty acid that has a single double bond is called a

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Lecithin and bile are examples of emulsifiers.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

The type of lipoprotein made in the liver to transport just- eaten fat is the chylomicron.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following substances is not a lipoprotein?

Correct AnswerverifiedD

The current AMDR recommendation for fat in the American diet is

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Carriers that transport fat and cholesterol in the blood and lymph are known as lipoproteins.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

What are the components of a phospholipid?

Correct Answerverifieda glycerol backbone,...View AnswerShow Answer

All fat- free foods are healthy for you.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following substances is produced by hydrogenating an unsaturated fatty acid?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Having type 1 diabetes is a preventable risk factor for heart disease.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Describe the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid.

Correct AnswerverifiedThis graphic displays a plant- based die...View AnswerShow Answer

It is recommended that you consume at least one serving of fish per week to obtain the necessary omega- 3 fatty acids.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following lipids is a precursor for both vitamin D and testosterone?

Correct AnswerverifiedB

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
True

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
An emulsifier is a compound th...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
D

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
a glycerol backbone,...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
This graphic displays a plant- based die...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified
B