FFA

What horse breed is the one shown?

• Clydesdale

• Arabian

• Quarter Horse

• Thoroughbreed

What does FFA stand for in the context of biochemistry?

• Free Fatty Acids

• Fatty Acid Fraction

• Fatty Acid Analysis

• Fatty Acid Anhydride

Which of the following is a common method for measuring FFA in a laboratory setting?

• Gas Chromatography

• Mass Spectrometry

• Titration

• Spectrophotometry

In the context of lipid metabolism, what role do FFAs play?

• Energy storage

• Cell signaling

• Energy transport

• Structural component

Which enzyme is primarily responsible for the release of FFAs from triglycerides?

• Lipase

• Amylase

• Protease

• Ligase

FFAs are often measured in the blood to assess what condition?

• Diabetes

• Hypertension

• Hyperlipidemia

• Obesity

What is the primary source of FFAs in the human diet?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Vitamins

Which of the following is a saturated fatty acid that can be classified as an FFA?

• Oleic acid

• Palmitic acid

• Linoleic acid

• Arachidonic acid

How do FFAs affect insulin sensitivity in the body?

• Increase sensitivity

• Decrease sensitivity

• No effect

• Variable effect

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

What is the chemical formula for a common FFA, palmitic acid?