Lipids

What elements are found in lipids?

Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen.

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Unsaturated fats contain double bonds.

What is a triglyceride made from?

Glycerol and three fatty acids.

What reaction forms triglycerides?

Esterification.

Name three functions of lipids.

Energy storage, insulation, organ protection.

What lipid forms cell membranes?

Phospholipids.

What test is used for lipids?

Emulsion test.

What result shows a positive emulsion test?

White cloudy emulsion