Biological Molecules (Fats/Lipids) Flashcards
1
Q
What is a fat molecule made of
A
1 molecule of glycerol attached to 3 fatty acid chains
2
Q
Saturated Fat
A
Solid at room temp like Meat & Diary
3
Q
Unsaturated Fat
A
Liquids at room temp like oil and nuts
4
Q
Steroids have 3 types
A
Estradol, Testosterone, Cholestrol
5
Q
Estrogen has
A
Female horomone
6
Q
Testosterone has
A
Male horomone
7
Q
All steroids are made up of
A
Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen AKA hydrophobic
8
Q
Horomones & Steroids are used for
A
Communication between cells in body
9
Q
Lipids are smaller than
A
Proteins & Carbohydrates
10
Q
What are Fats/Lipids made of
A
Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen
