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Lipids are soluble in water.
Lipids are soluble in water.
False (B)
Which of the following is NOT a type of lipid?
Which of the following is NOT a type of lipid?
- Carbohydrates (correct)
- Sterols
- Fatty acids
- Phospholipids
What are the building blocks of lipids?
What are the building blocks of lipids?
Fatty acids
Triglycerides are composed of fatty acids bound to a ______ molecule.
Triglycerides are composed of fatty acids bound to a ______ molecule.
Match the following lipid types with their primary function:
Match the following lipid types with their primary function:
Flashcards
Lipids
Lipids
Organic compounds including fats, oils, waxes, and steroids, insoluble in water.
Fatty Acids
Fatty Acids
Building blocks of lipids with long hydrocarbon chains, can be saturated or unsaturated.
Triglycerides
Triglycerides
Lipids formed by three fatty acids bound to a glycerol molecule, main constituents of fats and oils.
Phospholipids
Phospholipids
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Sterols
Sterols
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Study Notes
Lipids: Classification and Structure
- Lipids are organic compounds, including fats, oils, waxes, and steroids.
- They are hydrophobic (insoluble in water) but soluble in nonpolar solvents.
- Key lipid types include fatty acids, triglycerides, phospholipids, sterols, and prostaglandins.
Fatty Acids
- Fatty acids are the fundamental building blocks of lipids.
- They possess long hydrocarbon chains.
- These chains can be saturated (containing only single bonds) or unsaturated (containing double bonds).
Triglycerides
- Triglycerides are composed of fatty acids bound chemically to a glycerol molecule.
- They're the primary components of fats and oils.
Phospholipids and Sterols
- Phospholipids and sterols (like cholesterol) are crucial components of cell membranes.
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Description
Explore the fascinating world of lipids through this quiz. Understand the classification of lipids, including fatty acids, triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols. Test your knowledge about their structures and functions within biological systems.
