Question 1
What distinguishes terpenes from other lipid classes?
Question 2
How are triglycerides formed in chemical terms?
Question 3
Which type of lipid is a key structural component of cell membranes?
Question 4
Which lipid is known to reduce inflammation and is commonly referred to as hydrocortisone when used as medication?
Question 5
Which lipid type is known for having a high melting point and being used for waterproofing?
Question 6
Which type of unsaturated fatty acid has hydrogen atoms on opposite sides of the double bond?
Question 7
What structural feature is unique to steroids?
Question 8
What is the basic unit of terpenes?
Question 9
What enzyme is responsible for breaking down triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol during fasting?
Question 10
What is the primary role of cholesterol within cell membranes?
Question 11
Which type of fatty acids are solid at room temperature due to no double bonds in their structure?
Question 12
Which component of phospholipids contributes to their amphipathic nature?
Question 13
Which lipid types are primarily involved in signaling processes and include thromboxanes and leukotrienes?
Question 14
What biochemical process breaks down triglycerides by the addition of water molecules?
Question 15
What common characteristic do all lipids share in terms of their solubility?