Chapter 1.5: LIPIDS Flashcards
1
Q
What elements are LIPIDS made out of?
A
CARBON, HYRDOGEN and OXYGEN
2
Q
Why are they able to store much more energy than CARBOHYDRATES even though they are made of the same elements?
A
The proportion of oxygen to carbon and hydrogen is smaller than carbohydrates
3
Q
How do LIPIDS react when in contact with WATER?
A
They are INSOLUBLE in water
4
Q
What type of substances are they SOLUBLE in?
A
ALCOHOL and ACETONE
