Lipids are both structurally and functionally a diverse group of macromolecules with one thing in common: they are ________________ , not soluble in water
Lipids include triglycerides (fats), oils, phospholipids, steroids, rubber, waxes, and some pigments. Types of lipids:
A. Fats (triglycerides) are used for long-term ________________ storage. They have two subunits. 1) 3 fatty acids (chains of C and H atoms) and 2) Glycerol (a three C alcohol that serves as a backbone of the molecule). They are formed by dehydration synthesis and broken down by hydrolysis.