Lipids

Lipids

General Characteristics

Fats, steroids, phospholipids

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Not soluble in water

Most are long hydrocarbon chains

Phospholipids

Glycerol + fatty acids

Compact energy source, cushioning, insulation

STEROIDS

Consist of 4 fused carbon rings

Attached functional groups vary

Saturated

Unsaturated