Introduction to Lipids

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Which word does the term 'lipid' derive from?

  • Roman word 'Fat'
  • Greek word 'Lipos' (correct)
  • Arabic word 'Biochemistry'
  • Latin word 'Heterogeneous'

Which of the following solvents are lipids soluble in?

  • Ethanol
  • Benzene (correct)
  • Water
  • Vinegar

What type of compounds are lipids?

  • Alkaline compounds
  • Aqueous compounds
  • Hydrophobic compounds (correct)
  • Hydrophilic compounds

Which of the following is NOT a component of all membranes in cells?

<p>Polysaccharides (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general formula for fatty acids?

<p>$R-(CH2)n-COOH$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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