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Saponification and Fatty Acids in Pharmacy and Cosmetics

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What is the main issue associated with high serum levels of cholesterol in humans?

Increased risk of developing diabetes

Formation of atherosclerotic plaques in arteries (correct)

Development of skin infections

Increased risk of osteoporosis

How can one reduce the risk of heart disease according to the text?

Increasing saturated fat intake

Consuming foods high in unsaturated fats (correct)

Avoiding fruits and vegetables

Eating more trans fats

What is the main source of tetracycline according to the text?

Genus Streptomyces

Filamentous bacteria (Actinomycetes) (correct)

Common components of water

Vegetables and fruits

How many linear six-membered rings do tetracyclic compounds have?

Four Signup and view all the answers

What functional groups are found in tetracycline according to the text?

Tertiary amine, hydroxyls, amide, phenolic hydroxy, and keto groups Signup and view all the answers

What is the spectrum of activity of tetracycline antibiotics?

Broad spectrum against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria Signup and view all the answers

From which bacterium is tetracycline obtained?

Saccharopolyspora erythrea (Actinomycetes) Signup and view all the answers

'Polyketide products' mentioned in the text are primarily produced by which group of actinomycetes?

'Streptomyces' species Signup and view all the answers

Which group of bacteria is commonly found to produce 'polyketide-derived tetracyclic compounds'?