Omega Fatty Acids and Health

Omega Fatty Acids and Health

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses omega-6 fatty acids, their structure, sources, and health benefits. It compares omega-6 with omega-3 fatty acids, emphasizing the importance of a balanced dietary ratio. The video explains the molecular effects of omega-6, highlighting its role in inflammation and heart disease. It concludes with dietary recommendations, advocating for a Mediterranean diet to maintain a healthy omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary structural difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids?

Omega-3 has a double bond at the sixth carbon, omega-6 at the third.

Omega-3 has a double bond at the third carbon, omega-6 at the sixth.

Omega-3 has no double bonds, omega-6 has multiple.

Omega-3 and omega-6 have the same structure.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a major source of omega-6 fatty acids?

Sunflower oil

Olive oil

Fish

Seafood

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ideal ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids in a diet?

20:1

5:1

10:1

1:1

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio changed in the Western diet over time?

It has become balanced.

It has shifted towards more omega-6.

It has shifted towards more omega-3.

It has remained the same.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential negative effect of a diet high in omega-6 fatty acids?

Decreased inflammation

Increased risk of heart disease

Reduced blood pressure

Improved joint health

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which enzyme is augmented by omega-6 fatty acids, leading to inflammation?

Cyclooxygenase

Lipoxygenase

Thromboxane synthase

Prostaglandin H synthase

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do leukotrienes play in the body?

They reduce inflammation.

They are vasodilators.

They mediate bronchoconstriction.

They lower blood pressure.

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