Carbohydrates & Fat

Question 1

Composition of fats

Answer 1

Carbon (C) Hydrogen(H) Oxygen (0)

Question 2

What is fat made up of

Answer 2

Each fat unit is made up of three fatty acids and one glycerol molecule.

Question 3

Classification of fats

Answer 3

Saturated fat and unsaturated fat

Question 4

Saturated sources of fat

Answer 4

Butter
• Cream
• Cheese
• Fatty meats
• Hard margarines
• Pastries, cakes and biscuits
• Eggs
• Coconut oil

Question 5

Unsaturated sources of fat

Answer 5

Avocados, nuts, seeds, vegetable oils eg olive oil & some soft margarines and oily fish

Question 6

Functions of fat

Answer 6

Heat and energy
Source of fat soluble vitamins A D E & K and a layer of fat that protects organs

Question 7

Composition of carbohydrates (elements)

Answer 7

Carbon hydrogen oxygen

Question 8

Classification of carbohydrates

Answer 8

Sugar, starch & fibre

Question 9

Sources of sugar carbohydrates

Answer 9

Honey, cake, sweets, soft drinks, fruit ect

Question 10

Sources of starch carbohydrates

Answer 10

Potatoes, bread, pasta, cereals eg wheat, flour ect

Question 11

Sources of fibre carbohydrates

Answer 11

Whole cereals, fruit and veg, whole meal bread ect

Question 12

Functions of carbohydrates

Answer 12

Heat & energy, helps digestion