Chemical basis of life - Lipids Flashcards
1
Q
What are lipids
A
the oils and fats
2
Q
what are fats
A
the lipids that are solid
3
Q
what are oils
A
The liquid lipids
4
Q
What are the constituents of lipids
A
C, H, O
4
Q
What are the significances of lipids
A
- as an energy source
- as a protection layer
- as a thermal insulator
- to synthesize hormones
- for conservation of water
- to form structural components
