Notes from NEET topper
Types of Lipids:
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Triglycerides: Composed of glycerol and three fatty acid chains, they serve as a primary energy storage form in organisms.
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Phospholipids: Important components of cell membranes, featuring hydrophilic phosphate heads and hydrophobic fatty acid tails.
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Steroids: Include molecules like cholesterol and hormones such as estrogen and testosterone, playing roles in membrane structure and signaling.
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Waxes: Long-chain fatty acids linked to long-chain alcohols; they provide waterproofing in plants and animals.
