Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceBiologyBiomolecules3 Marks
Question
Write a note on simple lipids.
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Answer
Lipids are classified into three main types:
Simple lipids:
$a.$ These are esters of fatty acids with various alcohols. Fats and waxes are simple lipids.
$b.$ Fats are esters of fatty acids with glycerol $(CH_2OH-CHOH-CH_2OH).$
$c.$ Triglycerides are three molecules of fatty acids and one molecule of glycerol.
$d.$ Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and are called oils. Unsaturated fatty acids are hydrogenated to produce fats e.g. Vanaspati ghee.
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