Science Fats Unit 3

Why is fat an important part of our diet?

Because it carries so much energy

Why shouldn't you worry about getting enough fat in your diet?

Because it's found in so many foods

Why is saturated fat found in so many animal products?

Because it's part of the cell membranes of animal tissues

Which of the following items might be high in saturated fat? (Veggie Oil, Bread, Ice Cream, Broccoli)

Ice Cream

If you eat too much saturated fat, cholesterol might build up where?

In your veins and arteries

A sedentary lifestyle can cause glucose to turn into body fat. What is the best synonym for "sedentary?"

Inactive

What is a key difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Saturated fats stay solid at room temperature; unsaturated fats are usually liquid

What do carbohydrates and fats have in common?

They're both sources of glucose

A product that contains lots of hydrogenated oils is probably rich in what?

Trans Fat

What might happen if you didn't get enough fatty acids in your diet?

Your muscles wouldn't have enough energy