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When do the size shape density and conformation of lipoproteins change?
This occurs when lipoproteins exchange their lipid and protein components with the environment.
What is the nonliving protein substance?
Keratin
What are the 4 major lipoproteins?
(See link below)Chylomicrons are the least dense of all the lipoproteins and are basically just big balls of fat (triglycerides), with a makeup of about 90 percent fat, a touch of phospholipids, some cholesterol, and a smidgin of protein.VLDL (very low-density lipoprotein) carries a great amount of fat, some phospholipids, and cholesterol. The high fat content of VLDL makes a large quantity of this lipoprotein in the blood undesirable.LDL (low-density lipoprotein, or "bad" cholesterol) has only a fraction of the fat and double the protein of VLDL and is very high in cholesterol. This lipoprotein carries the majority of cholesterol in the blood and is considered the unhealthy one.HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or "good" cholesterol) is a spherical blob of mostly protein (albeit a type different from that found in LDL), some cholesterol, phospholipids, and very little fat. The densest of all the lipoproteins, HDL is the healthy one.
What protein based substance do most spiders produce?
SILK
Cellular cytoplasm is composed of water and what other substance?
Protein.
When do the size shape density and conformation of lipoproteins change?
This occurs when lipoproteins exchange their lipid and protein components with the environment.
Is lipoprotein and protein the same?
Lipoprotein and protein are not the same. Lipoproteins are assemblies of lipids and proteins.
What is a type of lipoprotein?
cholesterol (lipid) needs to be attached to protein to be moved around so the body forms lipoproteins (lipids+proteins).there are two types of lipoproteins:HDL:high density lipoproteins or "good" cholesterol which helps remove LDL from the bloodLDL:low density lipoproteins or "bad" cholesterol which contributes to plaque in the arteries
What has the author A J Houtsmuller written?
A. J. Houtsmuller has written: 'Agarose-gel-electrophoresis of lipoproteins' -- subject(s): Blood protein electrophoresis, Electrophoresis, Gel electrophoresis, Lipoproteins
What are Lipids and Lipoproteins?
Beyond the Total, LDL and HDL cholesterol targets, there are a lot of scientific terms used to explain cholesterol. Lipids and lipoproteins are frequently referred to in cholesterol articles, though often there's not a description of just what these are and what they do.What Is A Lipid? According to dictionary.com, a lipid is an organic compound that is, "greasy to the touch, insoluble in water, and soluble in alcohol and ether: lipids comprise the fats and other esters with analogous properties and constitute, with proteins and carbohydrates, the chief structural components of living cells." So, lipids are molecules that don't dissolve in water, and act as cell 'building blocks.'What Are The Kinds Of Lipids? There are many kinds of lipids. The most familiar types of lipids are triglycerides (a fatty acid) and cholesterol (a waxy, fatty lipid).Is A Lipid A Fat? Although some use the term 'lipid' interchangeably with the term 'fat,' in fact, lipids and fats are not exactly synonymous. Rather, fats are a kind of lipid, specifically referred to as triglycerides. Triglycerides help move fat and sugar from the liver. Usually a cholesterol 'lipid panel' test measures triglycerides (in addition to total cholesterol, HDL, and LDL cholesterol) because high triglycerides are correlated with risk of heart disease.What Is A Lipoprotein? Lipoproteins are structures that contain both lipids and proteins. When a lipid (like the fat triglyceride) attaches to a protein, that structure is called a lipoprotein. The function of a lipoprotein is to carry the lipid around the body through the blood. Examples of lipoproteins include high-density (HDL) and low-density (LDL), which enable lipids like cholesterol to be carried to the liver.Conclusion Lipids are molecules that don't dissolve in water; common and important lipids include triglycerides and cholesterol. A lipoprotein is a structure made up of a lipid and a protein. The job of lipoproteins is to carry the non-soluble lipids (like cholesterol and triglycerides) through the blood.Did You Know? When you have your cholesterol checked, the HDL and LDL readings are actually measurements of the lipoproteins carrying the cholesterol, not the cholesterol itself.
Can a substance have fat and protein?
Yes, a substance can have fat and protein. Milk has fat and protein.
What is the substance in stomach?
Protein Protein
What is the most likely explanation for the fatty liver that develops from protein deficiency?
inabllity of the liver to synthesize lipoproteins for fat export
What foods are good for lowering triglycerides?
To lower your triglycerides intake eat less sugary foods and more fiber and protein foods such as meat and vegetables. This will help achieve your goal.
What causes oily urine?
Fat in the urine (lipiduria) is a symptom of the nephrotic syndrome - a kidney condition that cause loss of protein (and some lipoproteins) in the urine.!
What are conjugated proteins composed of?
simple protein and non protein substance.
Which chemicals is not an inorganic substance?
protein
