Lipids Lecture

Open Ended

What is it about the structure of lipids that makes them behave differently from other macromolecules?

Open Ended

When examining the structures of Carbohydrates and Lipids, what is the primary structural difference between these two macromolecules?

Open Ended

Why is the hydrocarbon tail considered nonpolar?

Multiple Choice

Double bond between Carbon and Hydrogen chains.

Tends to be liquid at room temperature like oils.

• Polysaccharides

• Lipids

• Saturated Fats

• Unsaturated Fats

Multiple Choice

Which diagram is a triglyceride?

Multiple Choice

All of the following are lipids except __________

• ear wax
• saturated fats
• cholesterol
• starch

Multiple Choice

Which of these is not a function of lipids?

• Quick energy
• Sturctural components in cell membranes
• Waterproofing
• Long term energy storage