The Cholesterol Quiz
5 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is true about cholesterol?

  • Cholesterol is found only in the brain and spinal cord
  • Cholesterol is not essential for animal cell membranes
  • Cholesterol is not involved in the biosynthesis of steroid hormones
  • Cholesterol is not present in prokaryotes (correct)

    • What is the primary function of cholesterol in animal cells?

  • To help in the biosynthesis of vitamin D
  • To aid in the digestion of fats
  • To serve as a precursor for steroid hormones
  • To act as a structural component of cell membranes (correct)

    • Which of the following is a risk associated with elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood?

  • Increased risk of respiratory diseases
  • Increased risk of cardiovascular disease (correct)
  • Increased risk of neurological disorders
  • Increased risk of gastrointestinal disorders

    • Who first identified cholesterol in solid form in gallstones?

    <p>François Poulletier de la Salle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What compound is cholesterol commonly referred to as?

    <p>Cholesterine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    The Importance of Jewish Learning
    19 questions

    Jewish Learning Quiz and Flashcards: Explore the Importance

    Rabbi Karp avatar
    Rabbi Karp
    The Jewish Community
    10 questions

    The Jewish Community

    Rabbi Karp avatar
    Rabbi Karp
    The Power of Exercise
    10 questions

    The Power of Exercise

    InestimableHawk avatar
    InestimableHawk
    The Cholesterol Challenge
    12 questions

    The Cholesterol Challenge

    TrendyGlacier1845 avatar
    TrendyGlacier1845
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser