Practice - Building Blocks: Fatty Acids and Glycerol (and Two-Carbon Units)
Practice Questions
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What defines a saturated fatty acid?
💡 Hint: Think about the type of bonds in the hydrocarbon chain.
What is the general role of glycerol in lipids?
💡 Hint: Recall the structure of triglycerides.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of fatty acid is solid at room temperature?
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of bonding on physical state.
True or False: Glycerol has three hydroxyl groups.
💡 Hint: Visualize the structure of glycerol.
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss the evolutionary advantages of unsaturated fatty acids compared to saturated fatty acids in terms of fluidity and function in membranes.
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature affects membrane integrity and cellular processes.
How does the structure of phospholipids relate to their function in forming cellular membranes?
💡 Hint: Think about water and oil behavior to visualize their arrangement.
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