5 – Biomolecules What is the role of fats and oils in animals? How are lipids and phospholipids different? Why are phospholipids important?

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Ch 5 – Biomolecules

  1. What is the role of fats and oils in animals?
  2. How are lipids and phospholipids different?
  3. Why are phospholipids important?

 

Book: Biology (Campbell)

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 Urry. Cain. Wasserman. Minorsky. Reece

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Fats are a type of biomolecule that is necessary for a healthy diet. They are one of three macronutrients, along with carbohydrates and proteins, that provide energy and are required by the body for a variety of physiological processes.

Fats, which are made up of long chains of fatty acids, are the most energy-dense macronutrient, with 9 calories per gramme compared to 4 calories per gramme for carbohydrates and proteins.

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