NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

BIOCHEMISTRY

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which of the following macromolecules store energy, provide insulation, and assist in buoyancy?

A	proteins
B	nucleic acids
C	lipids
D	carbohydrates

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -So, the correct answer is Lipids.

Detailed explanation-2: -So, the correct answer is Lipids.

Detailed explanation-3: -25. Four functions of lipids include: energy storage, heat insulation, buoyancy, and they are an essential part of cellular membranes. 26. Both lipids and carbohydrates serve to store energy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lipids act as storage molecules of the cell membrane. They can also provide insulation to the membrane due to its emphatic nature.

Detailed explanation-5: -Lipids are a class of macromolecules that are nonpolar and hydrophobic in nature. Major types include fats and oils, waxes, phospholipids, and steroids. Fats are a stored form of energy and are also known as triacylglycerols or triglycerides.

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