15 Questions
Which type of lipid is responsible for carrying hormones such as estrogen and testosterone?
Steroids
Which type of fat tends to have a high melting point and appears as a solid at room temperature?
Saturated fats
What is the primary purpose of fats in the body?
Energy storage
Which of the following is true about lipids?
Lipids are made up of hydrocarbons
What is the most common form of lipid?
Fats
What is one of the functions of lipids?
Storing energy
Which of the following is true about the composition of steroids?
Steroids are composed of three six-sided rings and one five-sided ring
What is the primary function of natural waxes?
Protection
What is the function of phospholipids in cells?
Maintaining the structure of cells
Which type of vitamins dissolve in fats and are repulsed by water?
Fat-soluble vitamins
Which vitamin is responsible for vision, promotion of cell and hair growth, reproductive success, and immune function?
Vitamin A
How can a person obtain vitamin D besides eating certain foods?
By exposing the skin to sunlight
What is the main function of vitamin E?
Protecting the cell membrane from damage
Which type of food is a dietary source for vitamin K?
Kale
How do most vitamins dissolve?
In water
Test your knowledge on the composition and structure of steroids with this quiz! Learn about the unique arrangement of interlocking rings that make up steroids and discover the basic structure of these important lipids.
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