Session Two (1.3.2): Fats

 Introduction

Fats and oils are lipids in different states. Fats are solids and oils are liquids. They contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen.

Reading

Read through and make notes on pages 34-35 of your coursebook.

 Links

Review the links shown in the previous session about carbohydrates, this time focusing on fats/oils and testing for lipids.

Download

Download and read through this PowerPoint. As above, focus on the fats/oils and the test for lipids:

Download EXPLORE – Food Types, Deficiencies and Food Tests (PPT)

Activity

Answer the questions on pages 34-35.

Update your flash cards with the key words on these pages.

Skills

You need to be able to describe and explain the following biochemical test: Ethanol test (fats).

Review pages 33-36 of your coursebook and watch the sections of the food tests video above that relate to fats and oils.

Review

Complete the Questions on Fats and Oils on pages 38-39. Check your answers.