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Which oil is known for its medicinal grade containing Vitamin A and D?
Which of the following oils is considered a drying oil?
What chemical component in Cottonseed Oil is associated with male sterility?
Which test is used for assessing the presence of Gossypol in Cottonseed Oil?
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Which of the following statements about Peanut Oil is correct?
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Which oil is referred to as Benne oil and is known for its synergistic properties with pyrethrin?
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What type of fatty acid is predominantly found in Coconut Oil?
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Which grade of Olive Oil is considered the highest quality?
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Almond Oil is primarily used as what in cosmetics?
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Which of the following compounds is identified as the main cathartic principle in Castor Oil?
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Which type of lipids is primarily liquid at room temperature?
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What composition distinguishes fats from fixed oils?
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Which of the following is best classified as a nondrying oil?
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What is the iodine value range for semi-drying oils?
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Which example is noted as the only solid oil?
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Which characteristic is used to classify fixed oils?
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What is the primary source of fixed oils?
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What distinguishes waxes from fixed oils and fats?
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What characteristic distinguishes virgin oil from other grades?
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Which component in castor oil is primarily responsible for its cathartic effect?
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What is the unique property of ethiodized oil in medical procedures?
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Which oil contains both gamma-linolenic acid and alpha-linolenic acid?
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Which oil is characterized by having a stronger flavor and darker color due to its raw materials?
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What is the primary use of hydrogenated vegetable oil?
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What percentage of erucic acid is considered beneficial in canola oil?
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What property is associated with safflower oil?
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Which oil is recognized as a source of stigmasterol?
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What is a key function of lecithin found in both safflower and soybean oil?
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Which fat is derived from the wool of sheep?
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What is the primary source of suet?
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Which wax is known for its economic advantage in commercial use?
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What composition is primarily found in spermaceti?
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Which animal does lard come from?
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What is the primary use of spermaceti?
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Which wax is preferred for its economic benefits in commercial applications?
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What is the composition of beeswax?
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Which wax contains propolis in its yellow form?
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What distinguishes white beeswax from yellow beeswax?
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Study Notes
Classifications of Lipids
- Lipids classified into fixed oils, fats, and waxes based on composition and phase.
- Fixed oils are typically triacylglycerols (TAGs) with a liquid state, primarily from plants; fats are TAGs in solid state, mainly from animals; waxes consist of fatty acids and long monohydric alcohols, appearing as solid or semisolid.
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Special Cases:
- Cod liver oil: unique as a liquid fat.
- Cacao: notable as the only solid oil.
- Jojoba: recognized as a liquid wax.
Drying Capacity of Fixed Oils
- Fixed oils classified based on iodine value indicating drying capacity:
- Drying Oils: Iodine value >120 (e.g., linseed, cod, safflower).
- Semi-Drying Oils: Iodine value 100-120 (e.g., corn, cottonseed, peanut, sesame).
- Nondrying Oils: Low iodine values represent oils that do not dry.
Key Fixed Oils
- Linseed Oil (Linum usitatissimum): Used in varnishes; high omega-3 content.
- Cod Liver Oil (Gadus morhua): Source of omega-3; contains vitamins A and D; used in Scott's Emulsion; sodium morhuate treats varicose veins.
- Cottonseed Oil (Gossypium hirsutum): Contains gossypol, linked to male sterility; identified through Halphen and Bevan tests.
Other Notable Oils
- Sesame Oil (Sesamum indicum): Also known as Benne oil; contains sesamolin which synergizes with pyrethrin.
- Coconut Oil (Cocus nucifera): Low iodine value and contains lauric acid, making it unique among oils.
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Olive Oil (Olea europea):
- Varieties include virgin (highest quality), second grade, technical, sulfur grade, and toumant grade.
- Recognized for distinct taste and culinary applications.
- Almond Oil (Prunus amygdalus): Commonly used as an emollient.
Castor Oil (Ricinus communis)
- Contains ricinoleic acid, a potent cathartic.
- Pyrolysis yields undecylenic acid, known for antifungal properties; ozonolysis produces azelaic acid, beneficial for acne.
Other Oils
- Ethiodized Oil: Radiopaque agent derived from ethyl esters of Papaver somniferum.
- Evening Primrose Oil (Oenothera biennis): Sources of gamma-linolenic and alpha-linolenic acids (omega-3 and omega-6).
Fats
- Lanolin: Hydrous wool fat from sheep, utilized in cosmetic formulations.
- Suet: Fat acquired from beef or mutton, used in food and medicinal applications.
- Lard: Rendered fat from pigs.
Waxes
- Spermaceti: Derived from the head of sperm whales, used in ointments and creams; contains cetyl esters.
- Jojoba Oil: Serves as an emollient.
- Carnauba Wax: From Copernica prunifera, preferred in commercial applications due to its composition (myricyl cerotate).
- Beeswax: Composed mainly of myricyl palmitate, found in soaps, candles, and cosmetics; available as yellow (natural) or white (bleached) wax.
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This quiz explores the significance of lipids in pharmacognosy, highlighting biologically relevant sources and their classifications. It provides insights into the relevance of fixed oils, fats, and waxes within the field. Discover the unique properties and applications of these lipid classes in pharmacology.
