Use zimmerman snow pp 237-241 identify three functions of

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1. Use Zimmerman & Snow pp 237-241. Identify three functions of lipids in the body and two functions of lipids in foods. Briefly describe one of the functions of lipids in the body.Briefly describe one of the functions of lipids in the body.
2. There are three main types of lipids-triacylglycerols (also known as triglycerides), phospholipids, and sterols. Use Zimmerman & Snow pp 243-245. Describe the structure of triacylglycerols. Include: what are fatty acids?; identify five sources of saturated fats in your diet; explain why some fatty acids called saturated fatty acids; identify one saturated fatty acid (fat); explain why some fatty acids called unsaturated fatty acids; identify one monounsaturated fatty acid (explain why it is unsaturated); identify one polyunsaturated fatty acid (explain why it is polyunsaturated); identify the primary fatty acid component of chocolate; identify the primary fatty acid component of olive oil; identify the primary fatty acid component of flaxseed oil; saturated vs unsaturated fats-which types of fats are solid at room temperature?--which types of fats are liquid at room temperature?; are tropical oils (e.g. coconut and palm oil) liquid or solid at room temperature?; are tropical oils saturated or unsaturated fats?; does cocoa butter contain saturated or unsaturated fats (p264)? Page 264 identifies dietary sources for monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, and saturated fats.
3. A minimum of 30 sentences for section 1. 
4. How many sentences did you write for section 1? ____ (Please answer this question. You must compose at least 30 sentences.)
5. Monounsaturated fatty acids and omega-3 fatty acids are important components of a healthy diet. 
6. Post a meal or recipe that contains both of these healthy fatty acids. Identify the specific ingredients that actually contain the monounsaturated fatty acids. Also, identify the ingredients that actually contain the omega-3 fatty acids. Is this a meal that you would enjoy eating?
7. Aminimum of 10 sentences for this topic.
8. How many sentences did you write for section 1? ____ (Please answer this question. You must compose at least 10 sentences.).
9. You also need to respond to two discussions posted by other students using the guidelines in the syllabus. Please read the section "What is "good" participation?" Check out the examples of good and inadequate responses. Make certain that you follow proper online etiquette.