Final Exam Flashcards
1
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Types of lipids
A
Triglycerides Phospholipids Sterols
2
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Function of triglycerides
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Provide energy Energy storage insulate and protect body Fat-Soluble Vitamin Absorption and Transport Essential Fatty Acid Functions
3
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Function of Phospholipids
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Components of cell membranes Emulsifiers (e.g., bile and lecithins)
4
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Function of sterol
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Steroid hormones, bile, cell membranes, lipoprotein shell
5
Q
Oil and solid lipid
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Unsaturated fat is liquid in room temperature, add hydrogen in carbon chain, it will be more and more saturated and turn to solid.
6
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Lipoprotein
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Lipid core Shell composed of proteins,
7
Q
Mediterranean
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40%