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In lipids, what differentiates saturated lipids from unsaturated lipids?
In lipids, what differentiates saturated lipids from unsaturated lipids?
- Unsaturated lipids are solid at room temperature
- Saturated lipids are found in plants
- Unsaturated lipids don't contain carbon-carbon double bonds (correct)
- Saturated lipids contain carbon-carbon double bonds
What is cellulose composed of?
What is cellulose composed of?
- Unbranched chains of alpha glucose
- Branched chains of beta glucose
- Short, branched chains of alpha glucose
- Long, unbranched chains of beta glucose (correct)
Which bonds join the long cellulose chains to form microfibrils in plants?
Which bonds join the long cellulose chains to form microfibrils in plants?
- Glycosidic bonds
- Hydrogen bonds (correct)
- Covalent bonds
- Ionic bonds
What is the function of triglycerides in cells?
What is the function of triglycerides in cells?
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How does the presence of unsaturated bonds affect the melting point of lipids?
How does the presence of unsaturated bonds affect the melting point of lipids?
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Which type of lipids are only soluble in organic solvents?
Which type of lipids are only soluble in organic solvents?
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What is the structure of a triglyceride molecule?
What is the structure of a triglyceride molecule?
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What type of bonds connect beta-glucose molecules in cellulose?
What type of bonds connect beta-glucose molecules in cellulose?
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Which type of fats can be found in plants?
Which type of fats can be found in plants?
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What is the primary function of microfibrils in plant cells?
What is the primary function of microfibrils in plant cells?
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