lipids

Question 1

why is triglycerides important

Answer 1

Important for insulation, energy store and protecting delicate organs. Made from glycerol and three fatty acids.

Question 2

what is glycerol

Answer 2

Joins with 3 fatty acids via condensation reactions to form a triglyceride ​

Question 3

what are fatty acids made of

Answer 3

Saturated – no carbon-carbon double bonds Unsaturated- contains 1 carbon-carbon double bond Polyunsaturated – contains 2 or more carbon-carbon double bond

Question 4

what are phospholipids made of

Answer 4

Hydrophilic – head Hydrophobic -tails Main component of cell membranes. Heads face out, tails face in.​

Question 5

what are steriods made of

Answer 5

All steroids contain 4 rings. Steroids include oestrogen and testosterone which are made from cholesterol. Cholesterols is vial component of cell membranes.​