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Which characteristic distinguishes lipids from proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides?
Which characteristic distinguishes lipids from proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides?
- Lipids are not polymers. (correct)
- Lipids associate through covalent bonds.
- Lipids are polymers.
- Lipids are composed of amino acids.
What structural feature of lipids allows them to form membranes and other cellular structures?
What structural feature of lipids allows them to form membranes and other cellular structures?
- A polar, hydrophilic head connected to a non-polar hydrophobic hydrocarbon tail. (correct)
- A non-polar, hydrophobic head connected to a hydrophilic tail.
- A charged, hydrophilic tail connected to a polar head.
- Alternating chain of polar and non-polar amino acids.
What is the primary function of lipids in the form of membranes within cells?
What is the primary function of lipids in the form of membranes within cells?
- To provide structural support as passive walls.
- To divide compartments and selectively control the passage of materials. (correct)
- To facilitate energy storage throughout the cell.
- To insulate the cell from external temperature changes.
Which of the following is a function of some lipids?
Which of the following is a function of some lipids?
What structural characteristic defines fatty acids as the 'simplest' form of lipids?
What structural characteristic defines fatty acids as the 'simplest' form of lipids?
In what type of solvent are fatty acids soluble?
In what type of solvent are fatty acids soluble?
Which lipids are the most abundant and also known as triacylglycerols?
Which lipids are the most abundant and also known as triacylglycerols?
What characteristic differentiates fats from oils at room temperature?
What characteristic differentiates fats from oils at room temperature?
What type of fatty acids are typically found in fats?
What type of fatty acids are typically found in fats?
What is a key characteristic of the fatty acids found in oils?
What is a key characteristic of the fatty acids found in oils?
Which of the following is a common source of oils?
Which of the following is a common source of oils?
Which statement accurately describes the composition of fats and oils?
Which statement accurately describes the composition of fats and oils?
What is the fundamental structural feature of steroids?
What is the fundamental structural feature of steroids?
Which class of hormones is included among the steroids?
Which class of hormones is included among the steroids?
How are waxes formed?
How are waxes formed?
Considering their role in cellular membranes, what property of lipids is most crucial for the formation of a bilayer structure?
Considering their role in cellular membranes, what property of lipids is most crucial for the formation of a bilayer structure?
If a cell requires a readily available source of energy, which type of lipid would it most likely utilize?
If a cell requires a readily available source of energy, which type of lipid would it most likely utilize?
How does the presence of double bonds in unsaturated fatty acids affect their physical properties, compared to saturated fatty acids?
How does the presence of double bonds in unsaturated fatty acids affect their physical properties, compared to saturated fatty acids?
Considering the structural differences, which type of lipid is most likely to be involved in direct cell communication?
Considering the structural differences, which type of lipid is most likely to be involved in direct cell communication?
What accounts for the insolubility of lipids in water?
What accounts for the insolubility of lipids in water?
Flashcards
Are lipids polymers?
Are lipids polymers?
Lipids are not polymers and associate through non-covalent forces.
Lipid structure
Lipid structure
A polar, hydrophilic head connected to a non-polar hydrophobic hydrocarbon tail.
Functions of Lipids
Functions of Lipids
Energy storage, heat insulation, and forming membranes.
Lipid Membranes
Lipid Membranes
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Simplest Lipids
Simplest Lipids
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Fatty Acids Composition
Fatty Acids Composition
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Most abundant Lipids
Most abundant Lipids
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Fats
Fats
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Oils
Oils
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Fats and oils Composition
Fats and oils Composition
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Steroids
Steroids
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Waxes
Waxes
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Saturated Fatty Acids
Saturated Fatty Acids
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Unsaturated Fatty Acids
Unsaturated Fatty Acids
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Study Notes
- Unlike proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides, lipids are not polymers and have a strong tendency to associate through non-covalent forces.
- Lipids are characterized by a polar, hydrophilic head connected to a non-polar hydrophobic hydrocarbon tail.
- Lipids are used for energy storage and heat insulation.
- Lipids in most cells form membranes
Key Membrane Facts
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Membranes divide compartments from one another.
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Membranes separate the cell from its surroundings.
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Membranes contain highly selective gates that promote the passage of certain materials in certain directions and block others altogether.
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Some lipids function as vitamins (e.g., Vitamin E).
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Some lipids make up the large classes of steroid hormones and prostaglandins.
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Fatty acids are the simplest lipids which play an important role in metabolism.
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Fatty acids contain one or more long-chain carboxylic acids.
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Fatty acids are insoluble in water but soluble in non-polar solvents.
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The most abundant lipids are fats and oils, known as triacylglycerols (formerly called triglycerides).
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Fats are solids at room temperature and contain saturated fatty acids (with single bonds), produced only by animals.
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Oils are liquids at room temperature and contain unsaturated fatty acids (with one or more double bonds).
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Vegetable oil, corn oil, and olive oil are produced by plants.
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Fats and oils are combinations of glycerol and three fatty acids.
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Steroids are lipids with molecules composed of a fused ring of atoms.
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Steroids include sex hormones of higher animals and cholesterol.
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Waxes are formed by esterification of fatty acids and long-chain alcohol.
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