Structure of lipids Flashcards by Harriet Mildon | Brainscape

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What are the 3 main types of Lipids?

A

Triglycerides, Phospholipids and Steroids

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What are triglycerides composed of?

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A glycerol unit and 3 fatty acid chains

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What are fatty acids composed of?

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Long chains of carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms

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