Fats

Question 1

what are fats?

Answer 1

type of lipid

Question 2

Fat molecules

Answer 2

each fat molecule is mad of
x1 glycerol
x3 fatty acid molecules

Question 3

solubility

Answer 3

insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents(ethonol)

Question 4

found?

Answer 4

-Fish, dairy products, fatty red meat
-olives, nuts, peas

Question 5

Function

Answer 5

-source of energy
-essential part of cell membrane
-insulating material to prevent heat loss
-reduce water loss from skin (oil)