QUESTIONS
Questions 1
Which of the following is a key structural function of lipids?
- Cell membranes
- Hair structure
- Cell walls
- Starch
Question 2
What type of functional group is in a fatty acid?
- Ester
- Alcohol
- Carboxylic acid
- Ether
Question 3
LIPIDS
For the below, determine if each of the following would be classified as a saturated, or unsaturated fat. Drag each item to its proper classification.
Question 4
Lipids are insoluble in water. This is primarily due to the biomolecule’s;
- Hydrocarbon based structure
- Carboxylic acid head
- Ester groups
- Hydroxide groups
Question 5
Which of the following is the main purpose of triglycerides in the human body?
- Long-term storage of energy
- Moving fatty acids around the body
- Anti-inflammatory response
- Control of sexual characteristics.
Question 6
From the structures below, which of the following would you refer to as a saturated fatty acid.
- CH3CH2CH2CH=CHCH2CH2CH2COOH
- CH3CH=CHCH2CH=CHCH2CH2CH2COOH
- CH3CH2CH2CH2CH2COOH
- CH3CH=CHCH2CH2COOH
Question 7
Which is the type of lipid that is formed from fatty acids and glycerol?
- Steroid
- Wax
- Triglyceride
- Hormone
Question 8
A triglyceride has three saturated fatty acids. I could refer to this lipid as a(n);
- Fat
- Oil
- Wax
- Steroid
ANSWERS
Questions 1
Which of the following is a key structural function of lipids?
- Cell membranes
- Hair structure
- Cell walls
- Starch
Correct Answer: Cell Membranes.
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