lipids Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 5 functions of lipids
A
cell membranes
insulates the body
hormones
cushioning of organs
energy store
2
Q
what are some types of lipids
A
fats + oils ( triglycerides )
phospholipids
3
Q
triglyceride structure
A
3 fatty acids and glycerol
4
Q
how are trigylcerides formed
A
condensation reaction forms an ester linkage and 3 WATER MOLECULES
5
Q
how are phospholipids arranged in a mebrane
A
arranged in a bilayer
hydrophillic phosphate heads outside as they can interact with the aqueuos environment
hydrophobic tails contained inside membrane - away from the water
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