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Yes, cutin is a lipid. Cutin refers to one of two waxy polymers that are the main components of the plant cuticle which covers the aerial surface of the plants. Wax is usually considered as a lipid.
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What nmacromolecule is not organized in repeating units of monomers?
That are the lipids. They have fatty acids and glucerols
Which macromolecule provides insulation and helps animal conserve heat?
That is the lipids. It is a good insulator.
Which ckass of macromolecules is not organized in repeating units of monomers?
The most common example is lipids.
All lipids are what?
What are all lipids?
Are lipids fat?
Yes lipids is another name for fats
Which has thicker cutin pine or lilac?
which has a thicker cutin pine or lilac leaf
Is cutin a lipid?
yes it is
Which plant part benefits from the absence of cutin?
root
Why are cutin stomata and guard cells absent in elodea?
Cutin, stomata and guard cells are used for water loss prevention. These are not needed because Elodea is a water plant.
What is the function of cutin in leaves?
Cutin is a component that is found in all plants. The function of cutin in the leaves of a plant is to block water from seeping in. It is often seen as a waxy type of substance on the surface.
What is the outer layer of a leaft that is waterproof?
---- Cutin inbedded in wax
A cactus or the onion leaf would have a thicker cutin?
A cactus
What is the cuticle waxy layer on the outside surface of the leaf?
cutin and cutan
How does cutin on an apple suit its function?
The cutin on the apple suits its function because it induces water conservation and also acts as an infectional prevention. Thus, the apple remains intact in terms of moist and taste.
What is the polymer for lipids?
A lipid polymer is a type of barrier. Three types of lipid polymers are cutin, suberin, and waxes.
What waxy substance cover the leaf surface?
the waxy material in the leaf is called "CUTIN"
What nmacromolecule is not organized in repeating units of monomers?
That are the lipids. They have fatty acids and glucerols
