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What is the main biological function of lipids?
What is the main biological function of lipids?
- Enzyme catalyst
- Structural support
- Oxygen transport
- Energy source (correct)
Which type of fatty acids are commonly stored in adipocytes as fat?
Which type of fatty acids are commonly stored in adipocytes as fat?
- Monounsaturated fatty acids
- Saturated fatty acids (correct)
- Polyunsaturated fatty acids
- Trans fatty acids
What are eicosanoids?
What are eicosanoids?
- Steroids and waxes
- Phosphoglycerides
- Prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and thromboxanes (correct)
- Monosaccharides
Which component forms the structural basis of cell membranes?
Which component forms the structural basis of cell membranes?
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What is the energy yield per gram of lipids compared to carbohydrates?
What is the energy yield per gram of lipids compared to carbohydrates?
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