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Lipids and Fatty Acids Classification Quiz

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What is the main function of triglycerides in the body?

To provide structure to cell membranes

To catalyze biochemical reactions

To store energy for cellular activities (correct)

To transport cholesterol in lipoproteins

Which fatty acid has the lowest melting point among the following?

Trans fats

Saturated fatty acids

Cholesterol

Linolenic acid (correct)

What is the main role of HDL (High-density lipoprotein) in the body?

To mediate hormonal responses

To remove excess cholesterol from cells (correct)

To transport cholesterol to cells

To increase glucose concentrations

Which of the following sources contains mainly unsaturated fats?

Nuts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of cortisol in the body?

To increase glucose concentrations Signup and view all the answers

Which type of protein is responsible for being the main structural material in plants?

Cellulose Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of lipids in animals according to the text?

Energy storage Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fatty acids have only carbon–carbon single bonds in their hydrocarbon chains?

Saturated Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the type of fatty acids that raise LDL cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol?

Trans Signup and view all the answers

Which category of lipids serves as chemical messengers according to the text?

Steroids Signup and view all the answers

What defines a fatty acid as amphipathic according to the text?

Presence of a carboxyl group Signup and view all the answers

Which group of fatty acids has one carbon-carbon double bond and fewer hydrogen atoms than saturated fats?

Monounsaturated Signup and view all the answers