12 Questions
What is the main function of triglycerides in the body?
To store energy for cellular activities
Which fatty acid has the lowest melting point among the following?
Linolenic acid
What is the main role of HDL (High-density lipoprotein) in the body?
To remove excess cholesterol from cells
Which of the following sources contains mainly unsaturated fats?
Nuts
What is the main function of cortisol in the body?
To increase glucose concentrations
Which type of protein is responsible for being the main structural material in plants?
Cellulose
What is the main function of lipids in animals according to the text?
Energy storage
Which type of fatty acids have only carbon–carbon single bonds in their hydrocarbon chains?
Saturated
What term describes the type of fatty acids that raise LDL cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol?
Trans
Which category of lipids serves as chemical messengers according to the text?
Steroids
What defines a fatty acid as amphipathic according to the text?
Presence of a carboxyl group
Which group of fatty acids has one carbon-carbon double bond and fewer hydrogen atoms than saturated fats?
Monounsaturated
Test your knowledge on the classification of lipids, specifically focusing on the functions and structures of fatty acids. Learn about storage as an energy source, membrane components, water repellant properties, and their role as chemical messengers.
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