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Which of the following is an example of a simple lipid?
Which of the following is an example of a simple lipid?
What is the common name for triacylglycerols?
What is the common name for triacylglycerols?
Which of the following best describes the solubility of TAGs in water?
Which of the following best describes the solubility of TAGs in water?
Study Notes
Lipid Classification
- Simple lipids are a type of lipid that includes fats and oils
- An example of a simple lipid is a triglyceride (TAG)
Triacylglycerols (TAGs)
- The common name for triacylglycerols is triglycerides
- TAGs are insoluble in water due to their non-polar nature
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Test your knowledge on simple lipids and their examples! Learn about triacylglycerols and waxes, and understand the properties and characteristics of these hydrophobic molecules. Discover why triacylglycerols are also known as neutral fats.
