5 Questions
Which type of fat raises 'good' cholesterol levels?
Cis unsaturated
Which of these foods contains saturated fats?
Ice cream
What label correctly describes the amphipathic nature of phospholipids?
Hydrophobic 'tail' and hydrophilic 'head'
Which type of fat raises 'bad' cholesterol levels?
Saturated and Trans unsaturated
Which special case lipid forms bilayers in cell membranes?
Phospholipid
Study Notes
Fatty Acids
- Cis Unsaturated Fatty Acids
- Found in: almonds, vegetables, fish, olive oil
- Health Effect: Raise "good" cholesterol levels
Fatty Acids
- Saturated Fatty Acids
- Found in: beef, butter, pizza, ice cream
- Health Effect: Raise "bad" cholesterol levels
Fatty Acids
- Trans Unsaturated Fatty Acids
- Found in: cookies, donuts, cakes, fries
- Health Effect: Raise "bad" cholesterol levels
Phospholipids
- Characteristics
- Amphipathic: hydrophilic "head" and hydrophobic "tail"
- Joined with a glycerol molecule
- Form bilayers, e.g., cell membrane
Cholesterol
- Characteristics
- Lipid molecule
- Amphipathic: hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions
Learn about the different types of fats, including cis unsaturated, saturated, and trans unsaturated, and their effects on cholesterol levels. Identify food examples and health effects of each type.
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