Fatty Acids Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is a fatty acid?
A
A fatty acid is a carboxylic acid with a long aliphatic chain, which can be either saturated or unsaturated.
2
Q
True or False: Saturated fatty acids contain one or more double bonds in their carbon chain.
A
False
3
Q
Fill in the blank: Fatty acids are primarily used by the body for _______.
A
energy production
4
Q
Which of the following is a polyunsaturated fatty acid? (a) Stearic acid (b) Linoleic acid (c) Palmitic acid
A
b) Linoleic acid
5
Q
What is the main difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?
A
The main difference is the position of the first double bond from the methyl end of the carbon chain.
