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What is the major role of phospholipids and cholesterol in cells?
What is the major role of phospholipids and cholesterol in cells?
- Creating cell and intracellular membrane barriers (correct)
- Serving as parts of glycoprotein molecules
- Being soluble in water to provide energy
- Forming the main storehouse of energy-giving nutrients
Which lipid type accounts for about 2 percent of the total cell mass?
Which lipid type accounts for about 2 percent of the total cell mass?
- Triglycerides
- Neutral fat
- Phospholipids (correct)
- Cholesterol
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in cells?
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in cells?
- Providing energy through glycoprotein molecules
- Playing a major role in cell nutrition (correct)
- Forming the main storehouse of nutrients
- Serving as structural components of the cell membrane
Which type of cells often contain triglycerides that account for as much as 95 percent of the cell mass?
Which type of cells often contain triglycerides that account for as much as 95 percent of the cell mass?
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Why do phospholipids and cholesterol play a significant role in cell biology?
Why do phospholipids and cholesterol play a significant role in cell biology?
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In which cells does the amount of carbohydrates typically increase to as much as 6 percent of their total mass?
In which cells does the amount of carbohydrates typically increase to as much as 6 percent of their total mass?
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