Lipid Chemistry Quiz

What property do all lipids possess that affects their solubility in water?

• Hydrophilic

• Hydrophobic

• Polar

• Ionic

Which type of lipid is composed of hydrocarbon rings produced from the hydrolysis of simple lipids?

• Simple lipids

• Compound lipids

• Derived lipids

• Saturated lipids

What is the main structural difference between simple and compound lipids?

• Simple lipids contain proteins

• Compound lipids have an additional group

• Simple lipids are polar

• Compound lipids are non-polar

What type of reaction is involved in forming ester linkages in lipids?

• Hydrolysis

• Oxidation

• Condensation

• Reduction

Which of the following is an example of a simple lipid?

• Phospholipid

• Steroid

• Triglyceride

• Protein

What type of fatty acids possess no double bonds?

• Unsaturated fatty acids

• Monounsaturated fatty acids

• Polyunsaturated fatty acids

• Saturated fatty acids

Which type of fatty acids have a kinked chain?

• Saturated fatty acids

• Unsaturated fatty acids

• Trans fatty acids

• Hydrogenated fatty acids

What is the physical state of triglycerides with saturated fatty acids at room temperature?

• Liquid oil

• Gas

• Solid fat

• Gel

Which organisms tend to produce more saturated fatty acids?

• Cold-blooded animals

• Warm-blooded mammals

• Fish

• Plants

What is a characteristic of oils compared to fats?

• Found in animals

• Solid at room temperatures

• Higher melting point

• Unsaturated fatty acids