Chapter 35, Problem 16A

Summary Introduction

Introduction :

Nutrition is the process by which a person can take in and uses food. Food supplies building blocks and energy to maintain body mass. The daily intake of energy from food should be equal to the amount of energy that a person uses daily. A calorie is a unit used to measure the energy content of the food.

Answer to Problem 16A

Correct answer :

The correct answer is option (C) derived from animal sources and are solid at room temperature.

Explanation of Solution

Explanation/justification for the correct answer :

Option (C) derived from animal sources and solid at room temperature. Meat, cheeses, and other dairy products are sources of saturated fats. Saturated fats are solid at room temperature. So, this is the correct answer.

Explanation for incorrect answer :

Option (A) liquid at room temperature and found in vegetable oils. Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and found only in plants. Saturated fats are derived from animal sources and solid at room temperature. So, this is an incorrect option.

Option (B) is mostly absorbed in the large intestine. Fats are digested in the small intestine and broken down into glycerol and fatty acids. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Options (D) tend to lower blood cholesterol. High consumption of saturated fats may increase the blood level of cholesterol that may lead to high blood pressure and other heart problems. So, this is an incorrect answer.