MV Abitur Nutrition Science Practice Questions - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Vocational Gymnasium Abitur Nutrition Science (Ernährungslehre) Exam

Which statement best describes essential fatty acids in human nutrition?

Linoleic (n-6) and α-linolenic (n-3) acids cannot be synthesized de novo in sufficient amounts and must come from the diet All fatty acids are non-essential because humans synthesize every chain length and double-bond pattern Only saturated fatty acids are essential; unsaturated fats are never required Essential fatty acids exist only in purified laboratory reagents, never in foods

Correct Answer:

Linoleic (n-6) and α-linolenic (n-3) acids cannot be synthesized de novo in sufficient amounts and must come from the diet

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