Lipids
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Questions 4 MCQs
Which one of the following structural formulae of two organic compounds are correctly identified along with its related function?
1. A- Triglyceride – a major source of energy
2. B- Uracil – a component of DNA
3. A- Lecithin – a component of cell membrane
4. B- Adenine – a nucleotide that makes up nucleic acids
Following are the statements with reference to 'lipids'.
| (a) | Lipids having only single bonds are called unsaturated fatty acids. |
| (b) | Lecithin is a phospholipid. |
| (c) | Trihydroxy propane is glycerol. |
| (d) | Palmitic acid has 20 carbon atoms including carboxyl carbon. |
| (e) | Arachidonic acid has 16 carbon atoms. |
You have to choose the correct statements out of the five given above. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
| 1. | (b) and (c) only | 2. | (b) and (e) only |
| 3. | (a) and (b) only | 4. | (c) and (d) only |
Read the following statements on lipids and find out correct set of statements:
| a: | Lecithin found in the plasma membrane is a glycolipid. |
| b: | Saturated fatty acids possess one or more c=c bonds. |
| c: | Gingely oil has lower melting point, hence remains as oil in winter. |
| d: | Lipids are generally insoluble in water but soluble in some organic solvents. |
| e: | When fatty acid is esterified with glycerol, monoglycerides are formed. |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
1. (a), (b) and (d) only
2. (a), (b) and (c) only
3. (a), (d) and (e) only
4. (c), (d) and (e) only
1. Phospholipids
2. Glycerides
3. Carbohydrates
4. Amino acids
Preparing Lipids for NEET
Lipids is a specific sub-topic that frequently appears in the NEET examination. Understanding the underlying principles and practicing targeted questions is key to mastering this concept.
The questions compiled above are previous year questions (PYQs) directly related to Lipids. Practicing these specific questions helps you understand the difficulty level and the examiner's approach to this topic.
Topic Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lipids a high-weightage topic?
You can refer to the priority and consistency badges at the top of this page. High priority topics should be thoroughly revised multiple times before the exam.
Should I memorize the solutions?
No, it is highly recommended to understand the core concept and methodology behind each solution rather than memorizing them, as exact questions are rarely repeated, but the concepts definitely are.