Lipids (Fats & Oils) (Leaving Cert Biology): Flashcards
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Elements that compose lipids
Elements that compose lipids
Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen
Basic unit of lipids
Basic unit of lipids
Triglyceride
Components of a triglyceride
Components of a triglyceride
One glycerol + three fatty acids
Components of a phospholipid
Components of a phospholipid
One glycerol + two fatty acids + one phosphate
Physical state of fats at room temp
Physical state of fats at room temp
Solid
Physical state of oils at room temp
Physical state of oils at room temp
Liquid
Role: phospholipids in cells
Role: phospholipids in cells
Formation of cell membranes
Role: lipids for energy
Role: lipids for energy
Heat and energy
Role: lipids beneath skin
Role: lipids beneath skin
Formation of adipose tissue (insulation)
Role: lipids around organs
Role: lipids around organs
Form a protective layer