Lipids Overview and Classification

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How many ATP molecules are effectively used during the activation phase of fatty acid oxidation?

  • 3
  • 4
  • 2 (correct)
  • 1

During β-oxidation of a saturated fatty acid with 16 carbons, how many molecules of Acetyl-CoA are produced?

  • 6
  • 9
  • 8 (correct)
  • 7

What is the key difference in the products of β-oxidation between a fatty acid with an even number of carbons, such as palmitic acid, and one with an odd number of carbons, such as margaric acid?

  • Both even and odd numbered fatty acids produce Acetyl-CoA and succinyl-CoA, the difference is in the amount produced
  • Even numbered fatty acids produce propionyl-CoA, while odd numbered fatty acids produce Acetyl-CoA
  • Odd numbered fatty acids produce propionyl-CoA in the last step, which is then converted to succinyl-CoA (correct)
  • Even numbered fatty acids produce an additional carbon molecule

In fatty acid synthesis, what 2 key compounds serve as starting materials?

<p>Acetyl-CoA and NADPH (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many steps of β-oxidation are needed to fully oxidize a 17 carbon fatty acid?

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Which of the following is a primary function of bile salts in lipid digestion?

<p>To decrease the surface tension of fat droplets, aiding in emulsification. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During lipid digestion, which enzyme is secreted in the mouth to initiate the breakdown of fats?

<p>Lingual lipase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary products of lipase digestion that are absorbed by intestinal cells?

<p>Free fatty acids, free cholesterol, and 2-monoacylglycerol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After absorption into intestinal cells, how are triacylglycerols transported in the body?

<p>Packaged into chylomicrons and transported through the lymph system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the function of lipoproteins?

<p>To transport lipids throughout the body in the blood stream. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During fatty acid oxidation, what compound is formed from fatty acids with an even number of carbon atoms?

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What is the function of carnitine in the process of lipid catabolism?

<p>To transport activated fatty acids into mitochondria. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key step involved in lipid catabolism?

<p>Activation of fatty acids and transportation into mitochondria. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic defines lipids as a group?

<p>They are insoluble in water and soluble in organic solvents. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of lipids in biological systems?

<p>Acting as catalysts for biochemical reactions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lipid types includes a glycerol backbone?

<p>Triacylglycerols (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of triacylglycerols (TAGs) in the body?

<p>To store energy in adipose tissue. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a fatty acid, what does the 'ω' designation indicate?

<p>The position of the first double bond from the methyl end. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct term for a molecule consisting of a glycerol molecule with two fatty acids attached?

<p>Diacylglycerol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the structure of a phospholipid?

<p>A glycerol or sphingosine backbone with two fatty acids and a phosphate group. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between glycerophospholipids and other types of lipids?

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Flashcards

Lipids

Large and diverse group of organic compounds characterized by their insolubility in water and high solubility in organic solvents. They are essential components of living organisms.

Fatty Acids

Long, unbranched hydrocarbon chains with a carboxylic acid group at one end.

Glycerol

A three-carbon alcohol molecule that forms the backbone of many lipids, particularly triacylglycerols.

Triacylglycerols

A type of lipid formed by the esterification of three fatty acids to a glycerol molecule. They are the primary form of stored energy in animals.

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Phospholipids

Lipids that contain a phosphate group. They are major components of cell membranes.

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Steroids

A class of lipids derived from cholesterol. They are important in signaling and other biological processes.

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Beta Oxidation

The process of breaking down fatty acids into acetyl-CoA molecules, which can then be used for energy production via the citric acid cycle.

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Fatty Acid Synthesis

The process of synthesizing fatty acids from acetyl-CoA molecules. It occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.

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Fatty Acid Oxidation

The process of breaking down fatty acids to generate energy in the form of ATP. It involves a series of steps, including activation, transport, and beta-oxidation, where two-carbon units are removed as Acetyl CoA.

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Activation (Fatty Acid Oxidation)

The first step in fatty acid oxidation where the fatty acid is activated with the addition of Coenzyme A (CoA) and energy from ATP.

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Acetyl CoA Transport (Fatty Acid Synthesis)

The transport of Acetyl CoA from the mitochondria to the cytosol, where fatty acid synthesis takes place. This step is crucial for fatty acid synthesis to begin.

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What are Sphingolipids?

Sphingolipids are a class of lipids that contain a sphingosine backbone, a long-chain amino alcohol. They are important components of cell membranes and play a role in signal transduction.

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What are Glycolipids?

Glycolipids are lipids with a carbohydrate attached. They are commonly found in cell membranes where they play a role in cell recognition and signaling.

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Describe Steroids

Steroids are a type of lipid with a specific four-ring structure. They are important hormones, components of cell membranes, and precursors to other molecules.

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What are Steroid Hormones?

Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate various bodily functions. They are involved in growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

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Explain Lipid Digestion

Lipid digestion involves breaking down dietary lipids into smaller molecules for absorption. It initiates in the mouth with lingual lipase and continues in the stomach with gastric lipase. Pancreatic lipase in the intestine plays a crucial role.

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What are the products of Lipid Digestion?

The products of lipid digestion are absorbed by the intestinal cells. These include free fatty acids, cholesterol, monoacylglycerol, and fat-soluble vitamins.

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What are Lipoproteins?

Lipoproteins transport lipids in the blood. They are categorized based on their density: chylomicrons, VLDL, LDL, and HDL. They play a critical role in the delivery and uptake of lipids.

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What is Lipid Catabolism?

Lipid catabolism refers to the breakdown of lipids. Glycerol and fatty acids are produced through this process. Fatty acids are further broken down to produce energy in the form of ATP.

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Study Notes

Lipids

  • Lipids are water-insoluble (hydrophobic) molecules, highly soluble in organic solvents.
  • They have both hydrophilic (polar) and hydrophobic (non-polar) sides.
  • Lipids have diverse roles including energy storage, membrane structure, and signaling.

Learning Objectives

  • Explain structural properties of lipids
  • Explain the roles of lipids
  • Classify lipids (e.g., fatty acids, phospholipids, steroids, waxes, sphingolipids, triacylglycerides, terpenes, eicosanoids, ceramides)
  • Recognize fatty acids
  • Explain lipid digestion and absorption
  • Recognize steroids
  • Classify lipoproteins
  • Explain fatty acid catabolism (beta oxidation)
  • Explain fatty acid synthesis

Types of Lipids

  • Fatty acids
  • Waxes
  • Sphingolipids
  • Phospholipids
  • Steroids
  • Triacylglycerides
  • Ceramides
  • Terpenes
  • Eicosanoids

Important Lipids

  • Free Fatty Acids
  • Triacylglycerols
  • Phospholipids
  • Glycolipids
  • Steroids

Lipid Digestion

  • Digestion begins in the mouth (chewing, saliva) and continues in the stomach (gastric lipase) and intestine (pancreatic lipase).
  • Bile salts help emulsify fats. This breaks down large fat globules into smaller droplets.
  • Peristalsis is the mechanical mixing of food
  • Bile salts reduce surface tension, enabling better mixing and digestion.
  • Fatty acids, glycerol and other small molecules are produced.

Absorption

  • Products of lipase digestion (fatty acids, 2-monoacylglycerol, cholesterol) form micelles.
  • Micelles pass through cell membranes.
  • Fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) are absorbed directly alongside.
  • Bile salts are absorbed in the terminal ileum (most are reabsorbed).

Transport

  • Reassembled into triacylglycerols and incorporated into chylomicrons.
  • Chylomicrons enter lymphatic system.
  • Lipoproteins transport lipids in the blood. Types include chylomicrons, VLDL, LDL, and HDL.

Lipoproteins

  • Chylomicrons: Transport dietary lipids from intestine to the tissue
  • Very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL): Transport lipids from the liver to tissues.
  • Low-density lipoproteins (LDL): Transport cholesterol from the liver to tissues.
  • High-density lipoproteins (HDL): Remove excess cholesterol from tissues and return it to the liver for excretion.

Lipoprotein Structure

  • Outer coat: Contains proteins (apoproteins), phospholipids, and some cholesterol.
  • Inner core: Contains triacylglycerols and cholesteryl esters.

Fatty Acid Oxidation

  • Fatty acids are activated by the addition of CoA.
  • Transported into mitochondria via carnitine shuttle.
  • Beta oxidation is a repetitive process where two-carbon units are successively cleaved from the fatty acid chain.
  • Each cycle produces one acetyl-CoA, one FADH2, and one NADH.
  • The acetyl-CoA enters the citric acid cycle.

Fatty Acid Synthesis

  • Occurs in the cytoplasm.
  • Uses acetyl-CoA and NADPH.
  • Three main stages:
    • Acetyl CoA transport
    • Malonyl CoA synthesis
    • Elongation of fatty acid chain.
  • Essential fatty acids need to be supplied from the diet

Lipid Catabolism and Synthesis

  • Glycolysis yields acetyl CoA.
  • Acetyl CoA is precursor for fatty acid synthesis and oxidation.

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