I III Which of the following fatty acids is an Omega-3 fatty acid? II IV A) Compound I B) Compound II C) Compound III D) Compound IV E) Compound III and IV

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### Question 1 of 19

**Which of the following fatty acids is an Omega-3 fatty acid?**

#### Diagrams of Compounds

- **Compound I**
  ![Compound I](Data/Images/CompoundI.png)
  
  This consists of a single chain of carbon atoms with hydrogens, with typical double bonds at specific positions denoting a possible unsaturated fatty acid.

- **Compound II**
  ![Compound II](Data/Images/CompoundII.png)
  
  Similar to Compound I but with a different structure, potentially indicating a different type of unsaturation.

- **Compound III**
  ![Compound III](Data/Images/CompoundIII.png)
  
  Longer chain carbon structure with multiple bends and points of unsaturation, suggesting a more complex fatty acid.

- **Compound IV**
  ![Compound IV](Data/Images/CompoundIV.png)
  
  Resembles the structures of Compounds I and II but with modifications potentially relevant for its classification.

#### Answer Choices
  - A) Compound I
  - B) Compound II
  - C) Compound III
  - D) Compound IV
  - E) Compound III and IV

To identify an Omega-3 fatty acid, look for a double bond three carbon atoms away from the methyl end (omega end) of the fatty acid chain.

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This exercise is designed to help students learn to identify omega-3 fatty acids based on their structure, essential for understanding their biological significance and dietary sources.
Transcribed Image Text:--- ### Question 1 of 19 **Which of the following fatty acids is an Omega-3 fatty acid?** #### Diagrams of Compounds - **Compound I** ![Compound I](Data/Images/CompoundI.png) This consists of a single chain of carbon atoms with hydrogens, with typical double bonds at specific positions denoting a possible unsaturated fatty acid. - **Compound II** ![Compound II](Data/Images/CompoundII.png) Similar to Compound I but with a different structure, potentially indicating a different type of unsaturation. - **Compound III** ![Compound III](Data/Images/CompoundIII.png) Longer chain carbon structure with multiple bends and points of unsaturation, suggesting a more complex fatty acid. - **Compound IV** ![Compound IV](Data/Images/CompoundIV.png) Resembles the structures of Compounds I and II but with modifications potentially relevant for its classification. #### Answer Choices - A) Compound I - B) Compound II - C) Compound III - D) Compound IV - E) Compound III and IV To identify an Omega-3 fatty acid, look for a double bond three carbon atoms away from the methyl end (omega end) of the fatty acid chain. --- This exercise is designed to help students learn to identify omega-3 fatty acids based on their structure, essential for understanding their biological significance and dietary sources.
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