Exploring Lipids
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What type of fatty acids have the maximum number of hydrogen atoms and no double bonds?

  • Saturated fatty acids (correct)
  • Unsaturated fatty acids
  • Trans fatty acids
  • Monounsaturated fatty acids

    • Which process converts unsaturated fats to saturated fats by adding hydrogen?

  • Hydrolysis
  • Hydrogenation (correct)
  • Dehydration
  • Oxidation

    • What is the major function of adipose tissue?

  • Antibody production
  • Vitamin synthesis
  • Protein storage
  • Energy storage and insulation (correct)

    • What is the main component of all cell membranes?

    <p>Phospholipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fats are usually liquid at room temperature?

    <p>Unsaturated fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the bending in unsaturated fat molecules?

    <p>Cis double bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of converting unsaturated fats to saturated fats by adding hydrogen?

    <p>Hydrogenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fatty acids have one or more double bonds?

    <p>Unsaturated fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of the plasma membrane?

    <p>Phospholipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are lipids characterized by a carbon skeleton consisting of four fused rings?

    <p>Steroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of converting unsaturated fats to saturated fats by adding hydrogen?

    <p>Hydrogenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fatty acids have the maximum number of hydrogen atoms and no double bonds?

    <p>Saturated fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What class of organic compounds are lipids?

    <p>Fatty acids or their derivatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are lipids considered hydrophobic?

    <p>They consist mostly of hydrocarbons forming nonpolar covalent bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a biologically important lipid?

    <p>Waxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are fats also known as?

    <p>Triglycerides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is glycerol?

    <p>A three-carbon alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a fatty acid consist of?

    <p>A carboxyl group attached to a long carbon skeleton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many fatty acids combine with one molecule of glycerol to form a fat?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a fat molecule, how many hydroxyl groups are attached to glycerol?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bonds do hydrocarbons in lipids form?

    <p>Nonpolar covalent bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a derivative of fatty acids?

    <p>Phospholipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for lipids being insoluble in water?

    <p>They consist mostly of hydrocarbons forming nonpolar covalent bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a three-carbon alcohol?

    <p>Glycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Lipids are soluble in water but insoluble in organic solvents.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Fats are made from the combination of one molecule of glycerol with two fatty acids.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Glycerol is a four-carbon alcohol.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Phospholipids are the most biologically important lipids.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Steroids are not considered as biologically important lipids.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Fats consist of one molecule of glycerol with three fatty acids.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: A fatty acid consists of a carboxyl group attached to a long carbon skeleton.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Hydrophobic molecules easily combine with water.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Unsaturated fats have the maximum number of hydrogen atoms and no double bonds.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: A fat molecule consists of glycerol with three fatty acids.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Lipids are characterized by a carbon skeleton consisting of four fused rings.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Lipids are considered hydrophilic due to the presence of hydrocarbons.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Phospholipids are the major component of all cell membranes forming the phospholipid bilayer of the plasma membrane.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cholesterol is not an important steroid and has no role in animal cell membranes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fats made from saturated fatty acids are called unsaturated fats or oils, and are liquid at room temperature.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Saturated fatty acids have the maximum number of hydrogen atoms possible and no double bonds.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hydrogenation is the process of converting unsaturated fats to saturated fats by adding H.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fats separate from water because water molecules form hydrogen bonds with each other and exclude the fats.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Phospholipids have hydrophobic tails and hydrophilic heads.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A diet rich in saturated fats may contribute to cardiovascular disease through plaque deposits (atherosclerosis).

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cholesterol is an essential component in animal cell membranes but high levels in the blood do not contribute to cardiovascular disease.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fatty acids vary in length (number of carbons) and in the number and locations of double bonds.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The major functions of fats include energy storage, vitamin absorption, and cushioning of vital organs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Steroids are lipids characterized by a carbon skeleton consisting of three fused rings.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following with their description:

    <p>Lipids = A class of organic compounds that are fatty acids or their derivatives and are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents Fats = Molecules made from the combination of one molecule of glycerol with three fatty acids Phospholipids = The major component of all cell membranes forming the phospholipid bilayer of the plasma membrane Steroids = Lipids characterized by a carbon skeleton consisting of four fused rings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following with their characteristics:

    <p>Glycerol = A three-carbon alcohol with a hydroxyl group attached to each carbon Fatty Acids = Consists of a carboxyl group attached to a long carbon skeleton Hydrophobic Molecule = A molecule that won't combine with water, consisting mostly of hydrocarbons which form nonpolar covalent bonds Saturated Fats = Fats made from saturated fatty acids, having the maximum number of hydrogen atoms and no double bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following with their importance:

    <p>Fats = Also known as triglycerides, important for energy storage, vitamin absorption, and cushioning of vital organs Phospholipids = The most biologically important lipids, major component of cell membranes Steroids = Considered biologically important lipids, with various physiological roles Lipids = Biologically important compounds with various functions including energy storage and structural components of cell membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following lipid components with their functions:

    <p>Fatty acid = Building blocks of fats and phospholipids Glycerol = Forms the backbone of a fat molecule Phospholipid = Major component of all cell membranes Cholesterol = Component in animal cell membranes and may contribute to cardiovascular disease at high levels in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following lipid types with their characteristics:

    <p>Saturated fatty acids = Maximum number of hydrogen atoms and no double bonds Unsaturated fatty acids = One or more double bonds Saturated fats = Solid at room temperature Unsaturated fats = Liquid at room temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following lipid functions with their descriptions:

    <p>Energy storage = Role of adipose cells in storing excess energy Vitamin absorption = Function of fats in absorbing fat-soluble vitamins Cushioning of vital organs = Protective function of adipose tissue Insulating the body = Function of adipose tissue in maintaining body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following lipid derivatives with their characteristics:

    <p>Ester linkage = Formed in the dehydration reaction in the synthesis of a fat Hydrogenation = Process of converting unsaturated fats to saturated fats by adding hydrogen Hydrophobic tail = Part of phospholipid facing inside, away from water Hydrophilic head = Part of phospholipid facing outward aqueous side</p> Signup and view all the answers

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