Biochemistry: Glycerides and Steroids

Phospholipid

Monoglyceride

Diglyceride

Triglyceride (correct)

Providing insulation to reduce heat loss (correct)

Acting as long-distance chemical signaling molecules

Facilitating the synthesis of steroid hormones

Forming the primary structure of cell membranes

A four-ring carbon structure (correct)

A chain of amino acids folded into a complex shape

A glycerol backbone with attached fatty acids

A phospholipid bilayer

<p>Synthesized by the body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Forming the primary structure of plasma membranes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers