Fats (Lipids) (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What is the alternative scientific name for fats?
What is the alternative scientific name for fats?
Lipids
How much energy does fat provide per gram?
How much energy does fat provide per gram?
9 kcal
How many fatty acids combine with one glycerol molecule to form a fat unit?
How many fatty acids combine with one glycerol molecule to form a fat unit?
Three fatty acids
Which three elements are fats composed of?
Which three elements are fats composed of?
Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen
Which type of food typically contains saturated fats?
Which type of food typically contains saturated fats?
Animal-based foods
Which statement about unsaturated fats is correct?
Which statement about unsaturated fats is correct?
They do not contain cholesterol
What are the two main benefits of omega-3 fats?
What are the two main benefits of omega-3 fats?
Brain development & reducing cholesterol
What is the maximum amount of fat adults should consume daily?
What is the maximum amount of fat adults should consume daily?
70 g
What is the daily limit for saturated fat consumption in adults?
What is the daily limit for saturated fat consumption in adults?
20 g
Which vitamins do fats help provide to the body?
Which vitamins do fats help provide to the body?
A, D, E, and K
What is adipose tissue and what is its function?
What is adipose tissue and what is its function?
Fat under skin; maintains body temp
Which cooking methods help reduce fat in the diet?
Which cooking methods help reduce fat in the diet?
Grilling, steaming, or baking