Lipids Flashcards
1
Q
What type of solution are lipids soluble in
A
Organic solvents
2
Q
How are differences in fats and oils caused
A
Differences are made through the variation in fatty acids. 70 different fatty acids
3
Q
Why are triglycerides a good energy storage
A
Have low mass to energy ratio.
4
Q
What are other benefits of triglycerides
A
Release water when oxidised. Important source of water
5
Q
How are lipids and Phospholipids different
A
Similar except 1 fatty acid molecule is replaced by a phosphate molecule. Lipids are hydrophobic phospholipids are hydrophilic
