B2 Lipid structure Flashcards
1
Q
Triglycerides consist of ….
A
Glycerol
Three fatty acids
2
Q
A saturated fatty acid has …
A
Single carbon to carbon bonds
3
Q
A mono-unsaturated fatty acid has …
A
A carbon to carbon double bond
4
Q
A phospholipid consists of …..
A
Glycerol
2 fatty acids
1 phosphate
5
Q
Give 2 differences between a triglyceride and a phospholipid
A
Triglyceride has 3 fatty acids whereas a phospholipid has 2 fatty acids
triglycerides do not have a phosphate whereas phospholipids have a phosphate
6
Q
Steroids consist of ….
A
A four ringed substance
7
Q
Give three functions of lipids in the body.
A
Energy store
Thermal insulation
Protection
