Question

Lipids are transported in the blood in complexes with proteins. these water-soluble complexes are called lipoproteins. complete the sentences below by selecting the lipoprotein that transports each lipid.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

1.  Chylomicrons - transport dietary lipids like triacylglycerols (triglycerides), phospholipids, and cholesterol.

2. VLDLs- transport mainly triacylglycerols (triglycerides)

3. LDLs – transport cholesterol from the liver to tissues for membrane synthesis.

4. HDLs – transport cholesterol from the cells to the liver.