- Lipid - Wikipedia
Lipids are a broad group of organic compounds which include fats, waxes, sterols, fat-soluble vitamins (such as vitamins A, D, E and K), monoglycerides, diglycerides, phospholipids, and others
- Lipids Definition - BYJUS
Lipids are oily or greasy nonpolar molecules, stored in the adipose tissue of the body Lipids are a heterogeneous group of compounds, mainly composed of hydrocarbon chains Lipids are energy-rich organic molecules, which provide energy for different life processes
- Lipid - The Definitive Guide | Biology Dictionary
A lipid is a fatty, oily, or wax-like compound that is insoluble in water (hydrophobic) It is a combination of glycerol and fatty acids When mixed in a watery solution, lipids disperse into tiny droplets to produce an emulsion
- Lipid | definition of lipid by Medical dictionary
Lipids (or fats) are structural components of cell membranes and nervous tissue, and are important sources of energy, being stored in various parts of the body (see ADIPOSE TISSUE) They are important insulators and mechanical protectors
- Lipids# - Biology LibreTexts
Lipids are a class of macromolecules that are hydrophobic in nature Major types include fats and oils, waxes, phospholipids, and steroids Depending on their physical properties (encoded by their …
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