Fatty Acids Flashcards
1
Q
What are the essential fatty acids?
A
Linoleic & alpha linoleic
2
Q
What is required for synthesis of non-essential unsaturated fatty acids?
A
The enzyme delta 9 desaturase
3
Q
Synthesis of conditionally essential unsaturated fatty acids are made from what 2 fatty acids?
A
Linoleic or alpha linoleic
4
Q
What is converted to all other omega 6 fatty acids?
A
Linoleic
5
Q
What is converted to all other omega 3 fatty acids?
A
Alpha linoleic
6
Q
Name 16C monounsaturated fatty acid
A
Palmitoleic acid
7
Q
What is a food source of 16:1^9
A
Nearly all fats
8
Q
Name 18C monounsaturated fatty acid
A
Oleic acid
9
Q
What is a food source of 18:1^9
A
Olive oil
