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Non-polar organic solvents such as detergents (i.e. soap, which is just a salt of fatty acids, and other surfactants), and more powerful chemical solvents such as benzene, chloroform, diethyl ether, or hexane.

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What are lipids solububle in?

Lipids are soluble in non-polar solvents


Why were the lipids miscible in some solvents but not in others?

Lipids are miscible in nonpolar solvents because they have a nonpolar nature due to their hydrophobic tails. The nonpolar solvents can dissolve and interact with the nonpolar lipid molecules. On the other hand, lipids are not miscible in polar solvents as there is a mismatch in polarity, making it difficult for the polar solvent to dissolve the nonpolar lipid molecules.


What will lipids dissolve in?

Lipids are insoluble in water but can dissolve in organic solvents such as alcohol, ether, chloroform, and acetone. These solvents break down the nonpolar interactions between lipid molecules, allowing them to dissolve.


How are Lipids made soluble?

Lipids tend to be hydrophobic, that is they "fear" water. they are soluble in oil or non-polar solvents


What will lipids dissolve in if the can't dissolve in water?

Lipids will dissolve in nonpolar solvents such as ether, chloroform, or alcohol since they are hydrophobic and do not interact well with water. By dissolving in these nonpolar solvents, lipids can form stable solutions due to their similar chemical properties.


What do lipids desolve in?

Lipids dissolve in non-polar solvents such as organic solvents, including chloroform, ether, and benzene. These solvents have similar non-polar characteristics as lipids, allowing them to interact and dissolve effectively. Lipids are generally not soluble in water due to their non-polar nature.


Lipids are soluble in?

Lipids are soluble in Bloor's regent (Ethanol and Diethyl ether in 1:2 molar ratio).


What is something with non polar molecules?

Lipids are soluble in non polar solvents


Why were lipids miscible in some solvents but not in others?

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What do you conclude about the solubility of lipids in polar solvents such as water?

Lipids are non-polar molecules that DO NOT usually dissolve in water but DO usually dissolve in organic solvents. Lipids are fat molecule and think about adding eg oil (fat) to water. They don't mix. You always need an emulsifier (eg soap)


What are the fat solvents?

Fat solvents are substances that can dissolve fats or lipids. Common fat solvents include organic solvents such as chloroform, ether, and benzene. These solvents are often used in laboratory settings for lipid extraction and purification processes.


What are the properties of the lipids?

Lipids are nonpolar molecules that are hydrophobic in nature. They are insoluble in water but soluble in nonpolar solvents. Lipids serve as a source of energy, act as structural components of cell membranes, and play a role in cell signaling.