13 Questions
What type of compounds are lipids?
Non-polar (hydrophobic)
Where are lipids present in the body?
As membrane-associated, in lipoproteins, or in droplets of triglycerides in adipose tissues
What is the major function of lipids in the body?
Energy storage
What is the effect of a cis double bond in a fatty acid chain?
It introduces a kink in the chain
In which part of the body does digestion of lipids start?
Stomach
What are the acid-stable enzymes responsible for lipid digestion in the stomach?
"Lingual lipase and gastric lipase"
Which type of solvents are lipids soluble in?
Organic solvents
What is the main source of energy provided by lipids?
Lipids
What is the role of prostaglandins and steroid hormones?
Body's homeostasis
What is the effect of a cis double bond in a fatty acid chain?
Causes a kink in the chain
What are the enzymes responsible for lipid digestion in the stomach called?
Acid lipases
What is the approximate daily intake of triglycerides compared to other lipid types?
90%
Where does digestion of lipids start in the body?
Stomach
This quiz covers the chemistry, digestion, absorption, and functions of lipids in the human body. It includes information about their role as a major source of energy, their function in dissolving fat-soluble vitamins, and the role of prostaglandins and steroid hormones in the body's homeostasis.
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