Question

What substance is not soluble in water, is derived from animal-based foods and synthesized by the body, and while circulating in the blood, can accumulate on the inner walls of arteries and restrict blood flow?

A) cholesterol
B) high-density lipoproteins
C) triglycerides
D) saturated fat

Answer 1

D) saturated fat

Step-by-step explanation:

Saturated fat -

It is a form of fat , where saturation is present , i.e. , presence of single bonds , it is a type of very unhealthy fat .

Butter , red meat , coconut oils and palm are rich in saturated fat , and are mostly in solid state at room temperature .

These fats often tends to be collected in the walls of arteries , and , can act as a restriction to the flow of blood .

Hence , the correct option for the given information of the question is saturated fat .