16 Questions
Which of the following is a common property of lipids?
Insolubility in nonpolar solvents
What is the main function of supplying the body with fat-soluble vitamins?
Structural component of biomembranes
Which disease is associated with abnormal chemistry or metabolism of lipids?
Diabetes Mellitus
What is the primary role of lipoproteins in the body?
Transporting lipids in the blood
Which type of lipid provides shape and contour to the body?
Fats
What is the common property of all lipids mentioned in the definition?
Similar physical properties
What is the general formula for fatty acids?
R-(CH2)n-COOH
Which type of fatty acids contain no double bonds and are solid at room temperature?
Saturated Fatty Acids
What are fats mainly composed of?
Triglycerides
Which lipid is an ester of fatty acids with higher molecular weight monohydric alcohols?
Waxes
What is the classification of fatty acids based on the 'R' group?
Small / Medium / Long Chain Fatty Acids
Which lipid molecule is derived from simple/compound lipids on their hydrolysis?
Bile acids
What are the aliphatic carboxylic acids mainly occurring as in natural fats and oils?
Esters
Which lipid contains esters of fatty acids with various alcohols along with an additional group?
Compound Lipids
What is the molecular formula for saturated fatty acids?
CnH2n+1COOH
What type of fatty acids may further be divided into Monounsaturated (MUFA) and Polyunsaturated (PUFA) acids?
Unsaturated Fatty Acids
This quiz covers the definition and functions of lipids, including their heterogeneous nature and common properties. It also discusses their role as a storage form of energy and their solubility characteristics.
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