NUTRITION
LIPIDS
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Question
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Which one of the following is NOT a function of Lipids?
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Production of Heat & Energy
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Growth & Repair of ALL body cells
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Protects delicate organs eg Kidneys
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Provides Fat Soluble Vitamins A, D, E & K
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The main biological functions of lipids include storing energy, as lipids may be broken down to yield large amounts of energy. Lipids also form the structural components of cell membranes, and form various messengers and signaling molecules within the body.
Detailed explanation-2: -Lipids perform three primary biological functions within the body: they serve as structural components of cell membranes, function as energy storehouses, and function as important signaling molecules. The three main types of lipids are triacylglycerols (also called triglycerides), phospholipids, and sterols.
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