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Phospholipids Function and Structure Quiz

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What is the primary function of phospholipids?

Hormone production

Enzyme activation

Cell structure and integrity (correct)

Energy storage

Which component of a phospholipid forms the hydrophobic tail?

Phosphate group

Glycerol molecule

Choline

Fatty acid chains (correct)

Where are phospholipids abundantly found in the human body?

Blood plasma

Muscle tissue

Nervous tissue

Cell membranes (correct)

What is the significance of the amphipathic nature of phospholipids?

Facilitates membrane formation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between sexual reproduction and asexual reproduction?

Sexual reproduction requires two parents and produces genetically diverse offspring, while asexual reproduction only requires one parent and produces genetically identical offspring Signup and view all the answers

Why is sexual reproduction considered to promote genetic diversity?

It allows for the recombination of genetic material from two different individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method of asexual reproduction in plants?

Fragmentation Signup and view all the answers

In what way does asexual reproduction provide an advantage in stable environments?

It reduces the energy expenditure required for reproduction Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the amphipathic nature of proteins?

It promotes the solubility of proteins in both water and lipid environments Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a protein is responsible for its unique three-dimensional structure?

The tertiary structure Signup and view all the answers

What role do chaperone proteins play in the folding of other proteins?

They prevent the aggregation of unfolded proteins Signup and view all the answers

How do prions differ from normal cellular proteins?

They are resistant to degradation by proteases Signup and view all the answers