Biological Molecules

Examples of different lipids, including their structure, main role and any other features they have. 

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What is the described lipid- the structure is a Glycerol with three fatty acids
Triglyceride
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What is the main role of Cholesterol?
Forms a small, thin molecule that fits into the lipid bilayer giving strength and stability.
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What lipid has four carbon based ring structures joined together
Cholesterol
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What are the other features of phospholipid?
Phosphate group may have carbohydrate parts attached- these glycolipids are involved in cell signalling.
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Describe the main role of a triglyceride
Compact energy store, insoluble in water so doesn't affect cell's water potential.
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Card 2

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What is the main role of Cholesterol?

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Forms a small, thin molecule that fits into the lipid bilayer giving strength and stability.

Card 3

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What lipid has four carbon based ring structures joined together

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Card 4

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What are the other features of phospholipid?

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Card 5

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Describe the main role of a triglyceride

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