Lipids and Fatty Acids Quiz
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What type of link is formed between a fatty acid and glycerol when they combine?

  • Ionic bond
  • Ester linkage (correct)
  • Peptide bond
  • Hydrogen bond

    • Which of the following statements about lipids is true?

  • Lipids consist of short hydrophobic hydrocarbon chains.
  • Lipids are hydrophobic, meaning they resist interacting with water. (correct)
  • Lipids are primarily composed of proteins.
  • Lipids are soluble in water.

    • What are the building blocks of triglycerides?

  • Three fatty acids and two glycerol molecules
  • Three fatty acids and one glycerol molecule (correct)
  • One fatty acid and two glycerol molecules
  • Two fatty acids and one glycerol molecule

    • What is the characteristic of short-chain fatty acids?

    <p>They contain less than 5 carbons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down fats?

    <p>Lipase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are triglycerides formed from fatty acids and glycerol?

    <p>By condensation reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is correct about the boiling point of fats?

    <p>Fats typically have a boiling point between 200 and 250 °C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during the hydrolysis of triglycerides?

    <p>Three fatty acids and glycerol are produced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fatty acids cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained from the diet?

    <p>Essential fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common source of cholesterol?

    <p>Egg yolk and dairy products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is linked to cholesterol and can be produced by the body when exposed to sunlight?

    <p>Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lipid is primarily made of fatty acids and alcohol?

    <p>Simple lipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one function of cholesterol in the body?

    <p>It helps in the synthesis of bile salts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of lipids are commonly found in brain and nerve cells?

    <p>Glycolipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can precipitate in the gallbladder and lead to gallstone formation?

    <p>Cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound lipid is specifically involved in memory and is made up of phosphoric acid, choline, glycerol, and fatty acids?

    <p>Lecithin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of emulsifying agents in lipid processing?

    <p>To reduce surface tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of making soap from fats or oils called?

    <p>Saponification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when fats undergo rancidity?

    <p>They oxidize or undergo hydrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When fats are hydrogenated, what is created during the process of partial hydrogenation?

    <p>Trans fats that remain semi-liquid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition can contribute to spoilage and rancidity of fats?

    <p>Contact with light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What enzymes are responsible for the digestion of fats?

    <p>Lipases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does overheating fats have during cooking?

    <p>It creates aldehydes, causing bad smells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT used to prevent rancidity in fats and oils?

    <p>Expose fats to sunlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of complete fat oxidation?

    <p>Carbon dioxide and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lipolysis?

    <p>Breakdown of fats into fatty acids and glycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process involves the breakdown of fatty acids in cycles?

    <p>Beta-oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does ketosis occur?

    <p>When carbohydrate intake is limited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does glycerol convert to in the liver or kidney?

    <p>Glycerol 3-phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What substance is released during the acrolein test?

    <p>Acrolein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the Krebs cycle?

    <p>It utilizes acetyl-CoA to generate ATP, CO2, and water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which metabolic process is primarily responsible for converting fats into fatty acids?

    <p>Beta-oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of fats makes them solid at room temperature?

    <p>Absence of double bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of oils is typically liquid at room temperature?

    <p>Unsaturated fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What health risk is associated with trans fats?

    <p>Contributing to cardiovascular diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fats are hydrogenated to keep oils from separating into liquid form?

    <p>Peanut butter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of partial hydrogenation of unsaturated fats?

    <p>Formation of trans fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamins are classified as fat-soluble vitamins?

    <p>A, D, E, and K</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes essential fatty acids from other fatty acids?

    <p>They cannot be synthesized by the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where in the body are fat-soluble vitamins stored?

    <p>In the liver and fat tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color indicates a positive result in the Salkowski test when cholesterol is present?

    <p>Cherry red</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reagent is NOT part of the Liebermann-Burchard test?

    <p>Concentrated hydrochloric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of lipogenesis?

    <p>Creation of fat from excess carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process occurs first before fatty acids can enter the mitochondrial matrix?

    <p>Transportation via transporters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is produced from the breakdown of fatty acids during beta oxidation?

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

    What condition is characterized by an excess of fat in the liver without alcohol consumption?

    <p>Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cases of insufficient glucose, what process breaks triglycerides down?

    <p>Lipolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does acetyl-CoA serve as in the body?

    <p>A building block for cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Lipids

    • Hydrophobic ("water-fearing")
    • Consist of long hydrocarbon chains
    • Soluble in non-polar solvents (ether, chloroform)
    • Insoluble in water
    • Energy storage, structural components for cell membranes, essential for hormones and signaling
    • Building blocks: 3 fatty acids + glycerol
    • Hydrolysis = 3 fatty acids + glycerol
    • Fats = 200-250°C boiling point, decomposes above 300°C, forming acrolein (pungent odor)

    Fatty Acids

    • Long-chain monocarboxylic acids
    • Even number of carbons
    • Melting point decreases with more double bonds (unsaturation)
    • Double bonds are reactive, leading to lipid peroxidation (spoilage/rancidity)
    • Antioxidants prevent spoilage
    • Examples: Palmitic acid (16 carbons), Stearic acid (18 carbons)
    • Dehydration reaction: water (H₂O) removed when two molecules join together

    Classification of Fatty Acids

    • Short-chain: <5 carbons
    • Medium-chain: 6-12 carbons
    • Long-chain: 13-21 carbons
    • Very long-chain: 20+ carbons

    Triglycerides/Triacylglycerols

    • Subgroup of lipids
    • Three fatty acids attached to one glycerol molecule.
    • Crucial for the body's internal temperature regulation.
    • More energy per gram compared to carbohydrates
    • Forming an ester bond when glycerol and fatty acids combine

    Saturated Fats

    • No double bonds
    • Solid at room temperature
    • Found in animal fats (meat, dairy) and some plant oils (coconut, palm)
    • Associated with increased risk of heart disease

    Unsaturated Fats

    • One or more double bonds
    • Liquid at room temperature
    • Kinks due to cis double bonds
    • Examples: canola oil, olive oil

    Monounsaturated Fats (MUFA)

    • One double bond.
    • Healthy fats that reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL).
    • Examples: olive oil, canola oil, oleic acid

    Polyunsaturated Fats (PUFA)

    • More than one double bond.
    • Essential fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6) needed from diet.
    • Examples: fish oils, flaxseeds, sunflower oil

    Trans Fats

    • Unnatural forms of unsaturated fats.
    • Created by partial hydrogenation of oils.
    • May contribute to cardiovascular diseases and increase in bad cholesterol (LDL).

    Essential Fatty Acids

    • Cannot be produced by the body, so diet is essential.
    • Linoleic acid (omega-6) and Alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3).

    Simple Lipids

    • Fatty acids + Alcohol only
    • Example: Triglycerides (fats; glycerol + 3 fatty acids), Waxes

    Compound Lipids

    • Fatty acids + Alcohol + Extra components like phosphate or sugar (like phosphate).
    • Examples: Phospholipids (cell membranes), Glycolipids (brain and nerve cells)
    • Lecithin: essential compound lipid for memory and food consumption

    Derived Lipids

    • Hydrolysis products of simple and compound lipids.
    • Steroids (hormones), Vitamins (A, D, E, K), Terpenes
    • Cholesterol: vital for bile acids, vitamin D, and hormones.

    Lipid Digestions

    • Lipolytic enzymes (lipases) break down lipids
    • Bile aids in lipid digestion in the small intestine

    Tests for Lipids

    • Acrolein Test: presence of glycerol (identifies fat and detects incomplete hydrolysis)
    • Salkowski Test: detects cholesterol (cherry-red color)
    • Liebermann-Burchard Test: identifies cholesterol (emerald green color)

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