This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Which statement describes a feature of trans-fatty acids? a. In nature, most double bonds are ... (Read 167 times)

sammy

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 818
Which statement describes a feature of trans-fatty acids?
 
  a. In nature, most double bonds are trans.
  b. Hydrogenation converts trans-fatty acids to cis-fatty acids.
  c. The conversion of cis-fatty acids to trans-fatty acids is inhibited by the presence of antioxidants.
  d. In the body, trans-fatty acids are metabolized more like saturated fats than like unsaturated fats.
  e. The hydrogen atoms are located on the same side of a double bond.

Question 2

Which product provides abundant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids?
 
  a. Palm oil
  b. Walnut oil
  c. Soybean oil
  d. Flaxseed oil
  e. Corn oil



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

macybarnes

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 312
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D



sammy

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 818
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again



macybarnes

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 312

 

Did you know?

Cancer has been around as long as humankind, but only in the second half of the twentieth century did the number of cancer cases explode.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Did you know?

People often find it difficult to accept the idea that bacteria can be beneficial and improve health. Lactic acid bacteria are good, and when eaten, these bacteria improve health and increase longevity. These bacteria included in foods such as yogurt.

Did you know?

One way to reduce acid reflux is to lose two or three pounds. Most people lose weight in the belly area first when they increase exercise, meaning that heartburn can be reduced quickly by this method.

Did you know?

When blood is deoxygenated and flowing back to the heart through the veins, it is dark reddish-blue in color. Blood in the arteries that is oxygenated and flowing out to the body is bright red. Whereas arterial blood comes out in spurts, venous blood flows.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library