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What are complex or compound lipids composed of?
What are complex or compound lipids composed of?
- Esters of amino acids with alcohol
- Esters of amino acids with protein
- Esters of fatty acids with alcohol (correct)
- Esters of fatty acids with protein
Why are phospholipids considered amphipathic?
Why are phospholipids considered amphipathic?
- Due to the presence of a hydrophilic tail
- Due to the presence of two nitrogenous bases
- Due to the presence of a polar head and a long hydrophobic tail (correct)
- Due to the presence of a hydrophobic head
Which alcohol is present in glycerophospholipids?
Which alcohol is present in glycerophospholipids?
- Sphingosine
- Mannitol
- Sphingomyelin
- Glycerol (correct)
What type of nitrogenous base is linked to phosphoric acid in lecithin?
What type of nitrogenous base is linked to phosphoric acid in lecithin?
In which type of phospholipid is sphingosine present as the alcohol?
In which type of phospholipid is sphingosine present as the alcohol?
Where are glycolipids widely distributed in the body, especially?
Where are glycolipids widely distributed in the body, especially?
What type of lipoprotein is formed in the intestinal lumen?
What type of lipoprotein is formed in the intestinal lumen?
What is the main lipid content of chylomicrons?
What is the main lipid content of chylomicrons?
Which lipoprotein is considered 'bad cholesterol' due to its high cholesterol content?
Which lipoprotein is considered 'bad cholesterol' due to its high cholesterol content?
What is the main function of high density lipoproteins in the body?
What is the main function of high density lipoproteins in the body?