1.1 Fats and Lipids Flashcards
1
Q
what do lipids contain
A
- carbon
- hydrogen
- oxygen
2
Q
Name the 2 types of lipid
A
- triglycerides
(contains glycerol, 3 fatty acids) - phospholipids
(contains glycerol, 2 fatty acids and a phosphate group)
3
Q
Saturated fats are…
A
- solid at room temperature
- animal fats
- contain no carbon-carbon double bonds
4
Q
Unsaturated fats are…
A
- liquid at room temperature
- plant based
- shorter chain fatty acids
- contain carbon-carbon double bonds
5
Q
Why are fats good
A
- thermally insulate
- store energy
- protect internal organs
- boyancy
6
Q
why fats are bad
A
- high cholestreal
- increased risk of atheromas therefore heartattack
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