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What characteristic makes lipids hydrophobic?
What characteristic makes lipids hydrophobic?
What is the main function of triglycerides in the body?
What is the main function of triglycerides in the body?
Which lipid is a precursor of many steroid hormones and Vitamin D?
Which lipid is a precursor of many steroid hormones and Vitamin D?
What type of solvents are lipids soluble in?
What type of solvents are lipids soluble in?
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What is the main role of lipids as dietary constituents?
What is the main role of lipids as dietary constituents?
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Which lipid is a precursor of many steroid hormones and Vitamin D?
Which lipid is a precursor of many steroid hormones and Vitamin D?
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What is the main function of triglycerides in the body?
What is the main function of triglycerides in the body?
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What characteristic makes lipids hydrophobic?
What characteristic makes lipids hydrophobic?
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What are the fat-soluble vitamins present in lipids?
What are the fat-soluble vitamins present in lipids?
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What type of solvents are lipids soluble in?
What type of solvents are lipids soluble in?
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Study Notes
Lipid Characteristics
- Lipids are hydrophobic due to their non-polar nature, resulting in low solubility in water.
Triglycerides
- The main function of triglycerides in the body is to store energy.
- Triglycerides are the main component of fats and oils.
Cholesterol
- Cholesterol is a precursor of many steroid hormones and Vitamin D.
Lipid Solubility
- Lipids are soluble in non-polar solvents, such as chloroform and ether.
Dietary Role
- The main role of lipids as dietary constituents is to provide energy.
Fat-Soluble Vitamins
- Lipids are carriers of fat-soluble vitamins, including Vitamins A, D, E, and K.
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Test your knowledge of lipid biochemistry with this quiz covering the importance, characteristics, and classification of lipids. Explore the storage and structural roles of lipids, including triglycerides, phospholipids, glycolipids, and cholesterol.
