Question

multiple choice question
which term refers to fatty acids that cannot be synthesized by the body and must be consumed in the diet?

nonessential fatty acids
saturated fats
essential fatty acids
nucleic acids

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Nonessential fatty acids: The body can synthesize these, so this is incorrect.
• Saturated fats: These are a type of fat (not related to the definition of fatty acids the body can't make), so incorrect.
• Essential fatty acids: By definition, these are fatty acids the body cannot synthesize and must be obtained from the diet.
• Nucleic acids: These are related to genetic material (DNA/RNA), not fatty acids, so incorrect.

Answer:

C. Essential fatty acids