Which of the Following Is True

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true?

• A) Fatty acids with trans double bonds may be particularly unhealthy because they increase the ratio of LDLs to HDLs.
• B) A fatty acid with 14 carbons and one trans double bond will behave more like a saturated fatty acid with 14 carbons than will an unsaturated fatty acid with a cis double bond.
• C) Fatty acids with trans double bonds can be formed by hydrogenation reaction of polyunssaturated fatty acids
• D) fatty acids with trans double bonds tend to have higher melting points than those with cis double bonds all else being equal
• E) All of these are correct

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Definitions:

Retina

The light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eyeball that receives images and sends signals to the brain for visual recognition.

Optic Chiasm

Point of crossing of the optic tracts.

Sclera

The white outer layer of the eyeball, providing protection and form to the eye.

Vitreous Humor

Transparent, jelly-like material that fills the space between the lens and the retina.