NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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These lipids are used for protection and keeping water inside of plants/insects.
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steroids
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triglycerides
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waxes
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pigments
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Wax is effective in polishing, water repellency, antifouling, mold release, and dispersion. It is used in a variety of applications, from cosmetics and daily necessities such as crayons, candles and car waxes, to industrial products such as paints, inks, adhesives, and tyres.
Detailed explanation-2: -The lipid signature of fresh beeswax is characterized by its wax ester, saturated fatty acid, n-alkane and n-alcohol profiles. The long-chain even-numbered palmitate wax esters (C40–C52) are the most characteristic marker, maximizing at C46 [13].
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