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Which type of lipid is the main component of the cell membrane?
Which type of lipid is the main component of the cell membrane?
- Triacylglycerol
- Phospholipid (correct)
- Cholesterol
- Soybeans
In which part of the body is lingual lipase involved in the digestion of lipids?
In which part of the body is lingual lipase involved in the digestion of lipids?
- Stomach
- Small intestine
- Liver
- Mouth (correct)
What is the function of bile salts in the digestion of lipids?
What is the function of bile salts in the digestion of lipids?
- Mechanical mixing
- Emulsification
- Fat storage
- Detergent action (correct)
Where are phospholipids found in high concentrations?
Where are phospholipids found in high concentrations?
Which type of lipid is abundantly found in animal tissues and is a building block for steroidal hormones?
Which type of lipid is abundantly found in animal tissues and is a building block for steroidal hormones?