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Primarily for the construction of the Cell Membrane; secondarily for the construction of specialized Cell membranes, and thirdly for Metabolism.

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How are lipids stored in plants and animals?

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Do animals store lipids in the form of oil while plants store lipids in the form of fat?

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What are lipids used for in plants and animals?

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Is lipid in plant or animal?

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Are Lipids are only found in animals and humans?

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What lipid do animals use?

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Why do animals use lipids instead of carbohydrates?

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What is the difference between how plants use sunlight and how animals use sunlight?

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