Lipid Metabolism MCQs - Study Notes
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Which organ is the primary site of lipid metabolism?

  • Kidney
  • Liver (correct)
  • Brain
  • Pancreas

Beta-oxidation occurs in the:

  • Nucleus
  • Golgi apparatus
  • Mitochondria (correct)
  • Cytoplasm

The end product of beta-oxidation is:

  • Glucose
  • Fatty acid
  • Glycerol
  • Acetyl-CoA (correct)

Which enzyme catalyzes the first step in fatty acid synthesis?

<p>Acetyl-CoA carboxylase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ketogenesis occurs primarily in the:

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

Which molecule is a precursor for the synthesis of ketone bodies?

<p>Acetyl-CoA (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the storage form of lipids in adipose tissue?

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

During fasting, lipolysis is stimulated by:

<p>Glucagon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The enzyme responsible for breaking down triglycerides in adipose tissue is:

<p>Hormone-sensitive lipase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lipid is a major component of cell membranes?

<p>Phospholipids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cholesterol is a precursor for:

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

Which pathway is responsible for the synthesis of lipids?

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

The transport of fatty acids into mitochondria requires:

<p>Carnitine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fatty acids are activated before oxidation by the addition of:

<p>Coenzyme A (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a ketone body?

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Which hormone promotes lipid storage?

<p>Insulin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process synthesizes fatty acids?

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

Ketone bodies are utilized as an energy source by:

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Which pathway oxidizes long-chain fatty acids in peroxisomes?

<p>Alpha-oxidation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone increases fatty acid synthesis?

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Flashcards

Which organ plays the central role in lipid metabolism?

The primary site in the body where lipid metabolism occurs, responsible for synthesizing, storing, and breaking down lipids.

What is beta-oxidation?

The process of breaking down fatty acids into acetyl-CoA, which occurs within the mitochondria.

What is the final product of beta-oxidation?

The end product of beta-oxidation, which is a two-carbon molecule that can enter the citric acid cycle for energy production.

Which enzyme initiates fatty acid synthesis?

The enzyme responsible for the first step in fatty acid synthesis, catalyzing the conversion of acetyl-CoA to malonyl-CoA.

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What is ketogenesis?

The process of producing ketone bodies from acetyl-CoA, primarily occurring in the liver during periods of fasting or low carbohydrate intake.

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What molecule is used to synthesize ketone bodies?

A precursor for the synthesis of ketone bodies, a two-carbon molecule formed during beta-oxidation.

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What is the main lipid storage form in adipose tissue?

The storage form of lipids in adipose tissue, composed of glycerol and three fatty acid molecules.

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Which hormone triggers the breakdown of stored lipids?

A hormone secreted during fasting or low blood glucose levels, stimulating lipolysis to release fatty acids for energy.

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What enzyme breaks down triglycerides in adipose tissue?

The enzyme responsible for breaking down triglycerides in adipose tissue, releasing free fatty acids into the bloodstream.

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Which lipid is crucial for cell membrane formation?

A type of lipid that forms the structural basis of cell membranes, containing a glycerol backbone with two fatty acids and a phosphate group.

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What is cholesterol a precursor for?

A precursor for the synthesis of bile acids, essential for fat digestion and absorption.

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What is the process called when the body makes lipids?

The process of building lipids from smaller molecules, primarily using glucose as a source.

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What molecule is needed for fatty acid entry into mitochondria?

A molecule that is crucial for the transport of fatty acids across the mitochondrial membrane for beta-oxidation.

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How are fatty acids activated before being oxidized?

The process of activating fatty acids by attaching a coenzyme A molecule, preparing them for beta-oxidation.

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What is acetoacetate?

A ketone body that is a product of ketogenesis, used by tissues as an energy source during fasting or low carbohydrate intake.

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What is beta-hydroxybutyrate?

A ketone body that is a product of ketogenesis, used by tissues as an energy source during fasting or low carbohydrate intake.

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Which hormone promotes lipid storage?

A hormone that promotes the storage of lipids, inhibiting lipolysis and stimulating lipogenesis.

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What process generates new fatty acids?

The process of synthesizing fatty acids from smaller building blocks, usually involving the conversion of glucose into fatty acids.

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Which organ can use ketone bodies as a primary energy source?

The brain, which utilizes ketone bodies as an alternative energy source during periods of prolonged fasting or low carbohydrate intake.

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What pathway oxidizes fatty acids in peroxisomes?

The process of breaking down long-chain fatty acids in peroxisomes, a specialized cellular organelle.

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Which hormone increases fatty acid synthesis?

A hormone that promotes fatty acid synthesis by stimulating the production of enzymes involved in lipogenesis.

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What is lipolysis?

The breakdown of triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol, stimulated by hormones such as glucagon.

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What is the citric acid cycle?

A process where acetyl-CoA is broken down to produce ATP, providing energy to the cell.

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What are phospholipids?

A type of lipid that plays a role in cell signaling and membrane structure, characterized by a hydrophobic tail and a hydrophilic head.

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What is glucagon?

A hormone that increases blood glucose levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen and the synthesis of glucose.

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What is epinephrine?

A hormone that increases blood glucose levels by stimulating the breakdown of glycogen and gluconeogenesis.

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What is cortisol?

A hormone that regulates the function of the adrenal glands, influencing metabolism and blood glucose levels.

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Study Notes

Lipid Metabolism MCQs - Study Notes

  • Lipid Metabolism Primary Organ: The liver is the primary site for lipid metabolism.

  • Beta-Oxidation Location: Beta-oxidation occurs within the mitochondria.

  • Beta-Oxidation End Product: The end product of beta-oxidation is acetyl-CoA.

  • Fatty Acid Synthesis Enzyme: Acetyl-CoA carboxylase catalyzes the initial step in fatty acid synthesis.

  • Ketogenesis Primary Location: Ketogenesis primarily takes place in the liver.

  • Ketone Body Precursor: Acetyl-CoA is a precursor for the synthesis of ketone bodies.

  • Adipose Tissue Lipid Storage: Triglycerides are the storage form of lipids in adipose tissue.

  • Fasting Hormone & Lipolysis: During fasting, glucagon stimulates lipolysis.

  • Triglyceride Breakdown Enzyme: Hormone-sensitive lipase breaks down triglycerides in adipose tissue.

  • Cell Membrane Component: Phospholipids are a major component of cell membranes.

  • Cholesterol Precursor: Cholesterol is a precursor for the synthesis of bile acids.

  • Lipid Synthesis Pathway: Lipogenesis is the pathway responsible for lipid synthesis.

  • Fatty Acid Mitochondrial Transport: Carnitine is necessary for transporting fatty acids into mitochondria.

  • Fatty Acid Activation: Fatty acids are activated by adding Coenzyme A before oxidation.

  • Hormone for Lipid Storage: Insulin promotes lipid storage.

  • Fatty Acid Oxidation Pathway (Peroxisomes): Beta-oxidation is the pathway that oxidizes long-chain fatty acids within peroxisomes.

  • Hormone Increasing Fatty Acid Synthesis: Insulin increases fatty acid synthesis.

  • Ketone Bodies: Acetoacetate and beta-hydroxybutyrate are ketone bodies.

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