Lipids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the classification of lipids?
A
Simple lipids
Compound lipids
Derived lipids
2
Q
What are simple lipids?
A
These are esters of fatty acids with various alcohols
Examples - Neutral fats and Waxes
3
Q
What are neutral fats?
A
Esters of fatty acids with glycerol
4
Q
What are waxes?
A
Esters of fatty acids with alcohol other than glycerol.
5
Q
What are compound lipids?
A
These lipids contain other substances in addition to fatty acid and alcohol.
6
Q
What are derived lipids?
A
These are the hydrolytic products of before-mentioned lipids
7
Q
What is the Iodine number?
A
The number of grams of iodine, which is required to saturate the double bonds present in 100g of fat.
