LIPIDS Flashcards
1
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functions of lipids
A
source of fat soluble vitamins, concentrated fuel reserve of the body, protect internal organs
2
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3 types of lipids
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simple lipids, complex lipids, derived lipids
3
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what are simple lipids
A
esters of fatty acids with alcohol
4
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2 types of simple lipids and their examples
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neutral/true fats: glycerol and fatty acid
waxes: bees wax, sebum, cerumen
5
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define complex lipids
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derivatives of simple lipids having additional groups like phosphate, protein, etc.
6
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3 types of complex lipids
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phospholipid, glycolipid, lipoproteins
7
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define derived lipids
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derivatives obtained on the hydrolysis of simple and complex lipids
8
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2 types of derived lipids and their definition
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steroid: do not contain fatty acids
terpenes: major component of essential oils
