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What is the primary function of lipids in the body?
What is the primary function of lipids in the body?
- Facilitating the breakdown of proteins
- Serving as a major source of energy (correct)
- Enhancing the immune response
- Providing structural support to cells
Where does the digestion of lipids begin?
Where does the digestion of lipids begin?
- Esophagus
- Mouth
- Small intestine
- Stomach (correct)
What is the average daily intake of lipids by U.S. adults?
What is the average daily intake of lipids by U.S. adults?
- 70 g, mostly phospholipids
- 90 g, mostly triacylglycerol
- 60 g, mostly unesterified fatty acids
- 81 g, mostly cholesterol (correct)
Where are body lipids generally found due to their insolubility in aqueous solutions?
Where are body lipids generally found due to their insolubility in aqueous solutions?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of dietary lipids?
Which of the following is NOT a component of dietary lipids?
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