Lipid Metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
Give the main function of triacylglycerol, cholesterol, glycolipids and phospholipids
A
Triacylglycerol - main energy storage in orgs.
Cholesterol - component of cell membranes and a precursor to synthesis of steroids and bile salts
Glycolipids and phospholipids - important for synthesis of cell membranes
2
Q
Where are triacylglycerols found?
A
Found in blood bound to lipoproteins, which keeps the insoluble lipids in an aqueous environment
3
Q
How do triacylglycerols get broken down?
A
Triacylglycerols are hydrolysed into glycerol and free fatty acids in capillaries of adipose tissues and skeletal muscles and absorbed by them
4
Q
What happens to glycerol?
A
Glycerol is transferred to the liver and the kidney to participate in gluconeogenesis (synthesis of glucose)
