Chapter 3 Flashcards
1
Q
What does dietary fat provide?
A
- concentrated form of energy
- source of essential fatty acids
- facilitates absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
2
Q
What increases as energy density of the diet does?
A
Fat content
3
Q
What are the 3 kinds of lipids?
A
Simple, compound, and derived
4
Q
What type of fat in the diet is the most important?
A
Triglycerides
5
Q
Besides providing energy, what are some other functions of fat?
A
- insulation
- phospholipids/ cell membranes
- transportation
6
Q
What type of nutrients do animals need to eat that it cannot make by itself?
A
Essential nutrients
