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What is the lipid globule?

What is the lipid globule?

Fat globules (also known as mature lipid droplets) are individual pieces of intracellular fat in human cell. The main funvtion of the lipid globule is to store energy in the form of fat.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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How many types of lipid are classified?

Based on classification lipids have been divided into eight categories.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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What is lipid hapanoid?

Hopanoids, which resemble sterols and are found in the membranes of diverse bacteria, have left an extensive molecular fossil record. They were first discovered by petroleum geologists.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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What is the difference between fat and cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a type of lipid just like fats. However, fats can be burned but cholesterol cannot be burned

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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How do lipids affect heart health?

Too much LDL ('bad') cholesterol in your bloodstream can form plaque on damaged artery walls. Once there is too much strain on the heart to pump blood then it leads to the onset of hypertension. Few studies suggests that it also affects the pancreas hence it can also lead to diabetes.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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What is the lipid globule?

Fat globules (also known as mature lipid droplets) are individual pieces of intracellular fat in human cell. The main funvtion of the lipid globule is to store energy in the form of fat.

Last updated on 12 Apr 2023

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