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20 Cards in this Set
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What are lipids composed of?
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C, O, H
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Fuctions of lipids. (5)
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1) energy storage
2) protects organs 3) lines all nerves 4) insulation 5) cell membranes |
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How many carbons typically make up a fatty acid?
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12-28
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Which group is polar?
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Carboxly group.
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What are the three classes of lipids?
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1) Triglycerides
2) Phospholipids 3) Waxes |
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Where can trigrycerides be found?
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butter, oil, animal fats,
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What makes up a triglyceride?
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3 fatty acids attached to a glyceral molecule.
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What is the fuction of phsopholipids?
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make up cell membranes.
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What makes up phospholipids?
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2 fatty acids attached to a glycerol molecule.
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Where can waxes be found?
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Earwax, protective coating on plants.
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What are waxes made of?
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1 fatty acid & an alcahol group.
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What are the two good fats?
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monounsaturated & polyunsaturated
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Where can monounsaturated fat be found?
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Avacadoes, nuts, olive oil
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Where can polyunsaturated fat be found?
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Fish oil, salmon, omega-3
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What are the two bad fats?
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Trans fat & Saturated fat
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What kind of configuration does monounsaturated fat have?
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Cys.
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Where is saturated fat found?
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Animal fats
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Where can trans fats be found?
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Packaged foods, french fry oil.
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What is so bad about trans fat?
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Causes cancer & raises bad cholestoral.
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What consistancy is saturated fat at room temperature?
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Solid.
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