Lipids and Their Functions
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What is produced during each turn of β-oxidation?

  • 2 Acetyl CoA
  • 1 ATP
  • 1 NADH and 1 FADH2 (correct)
  • 2 ATP

    • Oxidation of a 16-carbon fatty acid like palmitic acid produces 8 Acetyl CoA units.

    True

    How many ATP equivalents are yielded from the complete oxidation of one molecule of palmitic acid?

    129

    During fatty acid oxidation, each cycle removes ______ carbon atoms in the form of Acetyl-CoA.

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the fatty acid with their corresponding oxidation details:

    <p>Palmitic acid (16:0) = 8 Acetyl CoA, 7 NADH, 7 FADH2 Margaric acid (17:0) = 7 Acetyl CoA, 1 propionyl CoA Propionyl CoA = 3 Carbon Succinyl CoA = 4 Carbon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles do lipids play in the body?

    <p>Energy storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All lipids are hydrophobic and cannot mix with water.

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

    What are the building blocks of triglycerides?

    <p>Fatty acids and glycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Phospholipids are made up of a glycerol backbone and two ______.

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

    Match the type of lipid to its primary characteristic:

    <p>Phospholipids = Form cell membranes Steroids = Signaling molecules Eicosanoids = Regulatory functions Triacylglycerols = Energy storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lipid is primarily involved in thermal insulation?

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

    Fatty acids can be classified into saturated and unsaturated.

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

    What is the difference between a glycerophospholipid and a sphingolipid?

    <p>Glycerophospholipids contain a glycerol backbone, while sphingolipids have a sphingosine backbone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of bile salts in lipid digestion?

    <p>Detergent properties to decrease surface tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chylomicrons are responsible for transporting lipids in the blood.

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

    Name two types of lipoproteins involved in lipid transport.

    <p>Chylomicrons and LDL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary products of lipase digestion include _____ and free fatty acids.

    <p>2-monoacylglycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following lipid types with their description:

    <p>Steroids = Hormones like estradiol and testosterone Glycolipids = Backbone glycerol or sphingosine Phospholipids = Compose cell membranes Lipoproteins = Transport lipids in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is primarily responsible for lipid digestion in the stomach?

    <p>Gastric lipase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lipids are absorbed directly as triglycerides into the bloodstream.

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

    What happens to odd-numbered carbon fatty acids during lipid catabolism?

    <p>They produce Acetyl-CoA and Propionyl-CoA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Lipids

    • Lipids are water-insoluble (hydrophobic) molecules that are highly soluble in organic solvents.
    • They have both hydrophilic (water-loving) and hydrophobic (water-fearing) regions.
    • This dual nature allows them to form structures like micelles and vesicles crucial for cellular function.

    Learning Objectives

    • Explain the structural properties of lipids.
    • Explain the roles of lipids.
    • Classify lipids.
    • Recognize fatty acids.
    • Explain lipid digestion and absorption.
    • Recognize steroids.
    • Classify lipoproteins.
    • Explain fatty acid catabolism (beta oxidation).
    • Explain fatty acid synthesis.

    Types of Lipids

    • Fatty acids
    • Waxes
    • Sphingolipids
    • Phospholipids
    • Steroids
    • Triacylglycerides
    • Ceramides
    • Terpenes
    • Eicosanoids
    • And more...

    Roles of Lipids

    • Widely used to store energy (needs less water than carbohydrates).
    • Key components of membranes.
    • Elements in signaling (e.g., hormones).
    • Thermal insulation.

    Fatty Acids

    • Simplest lipid unit.
    • Consist of a hydrocarbon chain with a carboxyl group at one end.
    • No polarity; hydrophobic.
    • Saturated have no double bonds, unsaturated have one or more double bonds.
    • Double bonds can be cis or trans.
    • Saturated fats are usually solid at room temperature.
    • Unsaturated fats are usually liquid at room temperature.
    • Important for energy production and membrane integrity.
    • Always have a carboxyl group at one end and a hydrocarbon chain other end

    Triacylglycerols (TAGs)

    • Storage lipids.
    • Composed of glycerol and three fatty acids.
    • Primarily used for energy storage.
    • Contain 3 fatty acyl bonds

    Phospholipids

    • Important components of cell membranes.
    • Backbone of glycerol or sphingosine.
    • Glycerophospholipids (e.g., phosphoglycerides) and sphingophospholipids (e.g., sphingomyelins).
    • Have a polar head group and nonpolar tails, crucial for membrane structure.

    Glycolipids

    • Contains carbohydrate in their structure.
    • Involved in cell-cell recognition and signaling.
    • Backbone can be glycerol or sphingosine;
    • Ceramide is a common component in glycolipids

    Steroids

    • Composed of four fused hydrocarbon rings.
    • Hormones (e.g., estrogen, testosterone, cortisol).
    • Important roles in metabolism, signaling and reproduction.
    • Lipid digestion (bile acid).
    • Membrane component (cholesterol).

    Lipid Digestion

    • Occurs in the mouth, stomach, small intestine.
    • Enzymes like lingual lipase and pancreatic lipase break down fats.
    • Bile salts emulsify fats.
    • Products are absorbed and transported in the intestines.

    Lipid Absorption

    • Small lipid products enter intestinal cells directly (free fatty acids, free cholesterol, 2-monoacylglycerol).
    • Fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the intestines.

    Lipid Transport via Lipoproteins

    • Transport lipids in the blood.
    • Different types include chylomicrons, VLDL, LDL, HDL.
    • Classified by their density.
    • Composed of a core of TAGs and cholesterol esters and an outer coat that includes apoproteins, phospholipids and cholesterol.

    Lipid Catabolism (Fatty Acid Oxidation)

    • Process of breaking down fatty acids for energy.
    • CoA activation.
    • Transport to mitochondria.
    • Beta-oxidation.
    • Acetyl CoA enters the citric acid (TCA) cycle for further ATP generation.
    • Odd number of carbon fatty acids will produce Succinyl-CoA in the final step.
    • Even number of carbon fatty acids will produce Acetyl-CoA in the final step.

    Lipid Anabolism (Fatty Acid Synthesis)

    • Process of building fatty acids from acetyl-CoA.
    • Occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.
    • Stages include:
      • Acetyl-CoA transport into cytosol
      • Malonyl-CoA synthesis
      • Elongation of the fatty acid chain
    • Requires NADPH as a reducing agent.
    • Can produce palmitate and other fatty acids.

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    This quiz explores the fascinating world of lipids, including their structural properties and various roles in biological systems. Test your knowledge on classifications, types of lipids, and processes such as fatty acid digestion and synthesis. Perfect for students studying biochemistry or biology!

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