Simple Fats Flashcards
1
Q
Name 2 simple fats
A
fats
waxes
2
Q
what is the chemical bond in simple fats?
A
ester bond
3
Q
what are the components of fats?
A
fatty acids + alcohol (glycerol)
4
Q
what is a liquid fat termed?
A
oil
5
Q
name the 3 acylglycerols and their components
A
- monoacylglycerol = 1 FA
- diacylglycerol = 2 FA
- triacylglycerol = 3 FA
6
Q
what is the function of acylglycerols?
A
storage form of fat
7
Q
name the neutral fats
A
triacylglycerols
cholesterol esters
8
Q
what are the 2 functions of cholesterol?
A
- starting molecule for steroid hormone synthesis
- exists in all cell membranes
