LIPIDS

Cards (6)

  • Function
    Long term store of energy, heat loss reduction, mechanical damage protection
  • Monomers
    Glycerol + 3x fatty acids
  • Polymer
    Lipid
  • Chemical bond
    Ester bond
  • Elements present
    CHO - Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen
    • Fats in animals
    • Oils in plants