Medical Chemistry: Lipids Definition and Functions
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What is the main property of lipids?

  • Association with carbohydrates
  • Solubility in water
  • Esters of fatty acids (correct)
  • Insolubility in nonpolar solvents

In what specialized cells are neutral fats stored?

  • Adipocytes (correct)
  • Osteocytes
  • Hepatocytes
  • Erythrocytes

What role do lipids play in cell membranes?

  • Digestive function
  • Enzymatic activity
  • Structural support (correct)
  • Storage of genetic material

What function do lipids serve in the myelin sheath of nerves?

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Which vital organs do lipids support as a pad?

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What additional roles do lipids serve besides being a fuel and insulating material?

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What is the main function of lipids in the body?

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Which category of lipids contains esters of fatty acids with alcohols other than glycerol?

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What is the main source of fatty acids?

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What are examples of compound or conjugated lipids?

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What is a characteristic of fatty acids?

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Which group of fatty acids is essential and must be obtained from the diet?

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'Derived lipids' are produced by what process?

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'Waxes' belong to which category of lipids?

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'Phospholipids, Glycolipids, and Proteolipids' belong to which category of lipids?

<p>'Phospholipids, Glycolipids, and Proteolipids' are compound or conjugated lipids (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of essential fatty acids?

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What type of acid is linoleic acid?

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What is a characteristic of derived lipids?

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Which of the following is a common property of lipids?

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What is the main function of neutral fats in the body?

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Which category of lipids serves as building blocks in cell membranes?

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What is the primary function of the myelin sheath of nerves?

<p>Act as an insulating material (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do lipids play in supplying essential nutrients to the body?

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Which group of fatty acids must be obtained from the diet because the body cannot synthesize them?

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What is the main function of fatty acids?

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What is the primary role of neutral lipids (fats and oils)?

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Which category of lipids contains compounds with other groups in addition to alcohols and fatty acids?

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What are examples of derived lipids?

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What is the nutritional classification of linoleic acid?

<p>Polyunsaturated essential fatty acid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are neutral fats primarily stored in the body?

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What do fatty acids contain an even (odd in rare conditions) number of?

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What is the main role of essential fatty acids in the body?

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What is the function of derived lipids?

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What is the primary function of phospholipids, glycolipids, and proteolipids?

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What are the primary functions of waxes?

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Flashcards

Lipids

Organic compounds insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.

Adipocytes

Specialized cells that store neutral fats.

Lipids in Cell Membranes

Form the lipid bilayer, the structural basis of cell membranes.

Myelin Sheath

Insulating material covering nerve fibers, speeding up nerve impulse transmission.

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Lipids as Protective Padding

Provide protective padding for vital organs.

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Energy Storage (Lipids)

The primary function of lipids in the body, storing energy for later use.

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Compound Lipids

Lipids containing esters of fatty acids with alcohols other than glycerol.

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Dietary Fats and Oils

The main source of fatty acids for the body.

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Types of Compound Lipids

Include phospholipids, glycolipids, and proteolipids.

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Fatty Acid Structure

Long hydrocarbon chain with a carboxyl group at one end.

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Essential Fatty Acids

Fatty acids that the body cannot synthesize and must be obtained from the diet.

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Derived Lipids

Produced by hydrolysis or breakdown of complex lipids.

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Simple Lipids

Simple lipids including waxes.

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Essential Fatty Acids (Importance)

Crucial for growth, development, and healthy cell membranes.

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Linoleic Acid

An omega-6 fatty acid that is essential for the body.

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Derived Lipids (Function)

Breakdown products of complex lipids.

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Insolubility of Lipids

A common characteristic of lipids.

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Neutral Fat Function

Primary function of neutral fats in the body.

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Phospholipids Function

Building blocks for cell membranes.

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Myelin Sheath Function

Primary function of the myelin sheath.

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Lipids and Essential Nutrients

Essential nutrients provided by lipids.

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Essential Fatty Acid Synthesis

The body cannot synthesize them.

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Fatty Acid Functions

Providing energy and participating in cell membrane structure.

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Neutral Lipid Function

Primary function of neutral lipids.

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Compound Lipid Structure

Compound lipids contain additional groups besides alcohols and fatty acids.

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Derived Lipid Examples

Examples of derived lipids.

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Linoleic Acid Classification

Classified as an essential fatty acid.

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Neutral Fat Storage

Primary location for storing neutral fats.

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Fatty Acid Carbon Atom Count

Fatty acids contain an even number of carbon atoms.

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Essential Fatty Acid Importance

Vital role in growth, development, and maintaining healthy cell membranes.

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Derived Lipid Functions

Derived lipids function as hormones, vitamins, and regulatory molecules.

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Phospholipids, Glycolipids, and Proteolipids Function

Primarily act as structural components of cell membranes.

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Waxes Functions

Protection, waterproofing, and lubrication.

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Study Notes

Lipids: Properties and Functions

  • Lipids are a diverse group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.
  • Neutral fats are stored in specialized cells called adipocytes.
  • In cell membranes, lipids play a crucial role as structural components, forming the lipid bilayer.
  • The myelin sheath of nerves, composed of lipids, functions as an insulator to speed up nerve impulse transmission.
  • Lipids act as a protective padding for vital organs, such as the heart, kidneys, and liver.
  • Besides being a fuel and insulating material, lipids also serve as hormones, vitamins, and pigments.
  • Energy storage is the primary function of lipids in the body.
  • Compound lipids, also known as conjugated lipids, contain esters of fatty acids with alcohols other than glycerol.
  • The main source of fatty acids is from dietary fats and oils.
  • Compound lipids include phospholipids, glycolipids, and proteolipids.
  • A characteristic of fatty acids is that they have a long hydrocarbon chain with a carboxyl group at one end.
  • Essential fatty acids are a group of fatty acids that cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained from the diet.
  • Derived lipids are produced by hydrolysis or other breakdown processes of complex lipids.
  • Waxes belong to the simple lipid category.
  • Phospholipids, Glycolipids, and Proteolipids are classified as compound lipids.
  • Essential fatty acids are crucial for growth, development, and maintaining healthy cell membranes.
  • Linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid.
  • Derived lipids are breakdown products of complex lipids.
  • Insolubility in water is a common property of lipids.
  • The main function of neutral fats in the body is energy storage and insulation.
  • Phospholipids serve as building blocks in cell membranes.
  • The myelin sheath of nerves functions primarily to insulate and increase the speed of nerve impulse transmission.
  • Lipids play a critical role in supplying essential nutrients to the body.
  • Essential fatty acids must be obtained from the diet because the body cannot synthesize them.
  • The main function of fatty acids is to provide energy and participate in cell membrane structure.
  • Neutral lipids (fats and oils) primarily function as energy reserves.
  • Compound lipids contain compounds with other groups in addition to alcohols and fatty acids.
  • Examples of derived lipids include cholesterol, steroid hormones, and fat-soluble vitamins.
  • Linoleic acid is classified as an essential fatty acid.
  • Neutral fats are primarily stored in the adipose tissue.
  • Fatty acids contain an even number of carbon atoms (except for rare exceptions).
  • Essential fatty acids play a vital role in growth, development, and maintaining healthy cell membranes.
  • Derived lipids function as hormones, vitamins, and regulatory molecules.
  • Phospholipids, glycolipids, and proteolipids primarily act as structural components of cell membranes.
  • The primary functions of waxes include protection, waterproofing, and lubrication.

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