Lipids, Oils, and Fats Overview
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What is the main difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids?

  • Number of glycerol molecules
  • Presence of double bonds (correct)
  • Water solubility
  • Length of carbon-based chain
  • Which lipid molecule is commonly found in our diet and consists of glycerol and fatty acids?

  • Phospholipid
  • Sterol
  • Triglyceride (correct)
  • Wax
  • What is the main function of the nuclear envelope in a plant cell?

  • Synthesizes DNA
  • Regulates passage in and out of the nucleus (correct)
  • Stores nutrients
  • Produces energy
  • What is the primary role of genes in a cell?

    <p>Direct most cell activities via RNA synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle in a plant cell is responsible for photosynthesis?

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

    What characterizes lipids in terms of solubility?

    <p>Insoluble to water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes oils from fats in terms of molecular structure?

    <p>Number of double bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which lipid molecule is known for its water-repellant property?

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

    What defines the border of a plant cell and regulates material movement?

    <p>Cell membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of long-term storage of energy and carbon compounds?

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

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