Lipids Review

What elements do lipids contain? List all

• C, H

• C, O

• C, H, P

• C, H, O

Which of the following is NOT a function of lipids?

• Protection against heat loss (insulation)

• Chemical messengers (hormones)

• Quick energy

• Major component of membranes (phospholipids)

What type of bonds are between the carbon atoms in unsaturated fatty acids?

• only single bonds

• some double bonds

• some triple bonds

• some quadruple bonds

What type of bonds are between the carbon atoms in saturated fatty acids?

• only single bonds

• some double bonds

• some triple bonds

• some quadruple bonds

How many fatty acids are in a triglyceride?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How many glycerols are in a triglyceride?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which type of fatty acid is good/heathy for you?

• saturated fatty acid

• unsaturated fatty acid

Which type of fatty acid is pictured?

• saturated fatty acid

• unsaturated fatty acid

Which of the following is NOT an example of a lipid?

• phospholipds

• steroid hormones

• waxes

• cellulose

What do phospholipids create?

• cell membranes

• cell walls

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