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What type of compounds are lipids?
What type of compounds are lipids?
- Acidic
- Non-polar (hydrophobic) (correct)
- Basic
- Polar (hydrophilic)
Where are lipids present in the body?
Where are lipids present in the body?
- In the bloodstream only
- As membrane-associated, in lipoproteins, or in droplets of triglycerides in adipose tissues (correct)
- Exclusively in adipose tissues
- In the bones
What is the major function of lipids in the body?
What is the major function of lipids in the body?
- Oxygen transport
- Immune defense
- Energy storage (correct)
- Structural support
What is the effect of a cis double bond in a fatty acid chain?
What is the effect of a cis double bond in a fatty acid chain?
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In which part of the body does digestion of lipids start?
In which part of the body does digestion of lipids start?
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What are the acid-stable enzymes responsible for lipid digestion in the stomach?
What are the acid-stable enzymes responsible for lipid digestion in the stomach?
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Which type of solvents are lipids soluble in?
Which type of solvents are lipids soluble in?
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What is the main source of energy provided by lipids?
What is the main source of energy provided by lipids?
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What is the role of prostaglandins and steroid hormones?
What is the role of prostaglandins and steroid hormones?
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What is the effect of a cis double bond in a fatty acid chain?
What is the effect of a cis double bond in a fatty acid chain?
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What are the enzymes responsible for lipid digestion in the stomach called?
What are the enzymes responsible for lipid digestion in the stomach called?
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What is the approximate daily intake of triglycerides compared to other lipid types?
What is the approximate daily intake of triglycerides compared to other lipid types?
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Where does digestion of lipids start in the body?
Where does digestion of lipids start in the body?
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