Question

Name two important types of compound lipids

Answer 1

Answer:

The basic unit of lipids is a triglyceride, synthesised from glycerol (propane-1,2,3-triol) and fatty acids. Glycerol is a type of alcohol. Alcohols are organic compounds. Their molecules are characterised by hydroxyl groups, -OH.

Explanation:

Lipids, as a class of compounds, are insoluble in water but are soluble in other organic solvents. Examples of such solvents include: acetone and ether. Waxes, steroids, phospholipids and fats are the most common types of lipid groups. Fats have glycerol in addition to three fatty acids.