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Most lipids contain long chains of which two atoms?

carbon and hydrogen


What functions do lipids could you describe to convince the person of the importance of fats to his or her health?

lipids are nonpolar molecules that include fats, oils, and cholesterol. Like carbohydrates, most lipids contain chains of carbon atoms bonded to oxygen and hydrogen atoms.


Which ckass of macromolecules is not organized in repeating units of monomers?

The most common example is lipids.


What makes up lipids?

Glycerol forms the backbone of a triglyceride. Three free-swinging fatty acid chains bond to it, forming a triglyceride, the most common type of lipid.


Can you get supplies to make a key chain?

Yes, you can buy supplies to make key chains. Most hobby and craft type stores will have supplies for making key chains.


Do lipids play a important fact in the cell Membrane?

Yes - they make up most of it.


How many carbons atoms in a completed lipid?

It varies depending on the type of lipid, but most lipids contain around 12-24 carbon atoms. Lipids are made up of fatty acids, which are long chains of carbon atoms bonded to hydrogen atoms.


Do lipids make up most of your body weight?

No, lipids do not make up most of your body weight. Water, proteins, minerals, and other components contribute to body weight as well. Lipids, such as fats, are important for energy storage, cell membrane structure, and hormone production, but they make up a smaller percentage of total body weight compared to other components.


Why are proteins among the most diverse macromolecules?

Proteins are made of long chains of molecules called amino acids. There are 21 different amino acids, resulting in almost endless possibilities. The sequence, the length, and the folding structure are all easily varied in proteins. By comparison, carbohydrates and lipids have few variations in structure or make-up.


What kind of organisms are at the start of most food chains?

The kind of organisms that are at the start of most food chains are producers. Producers make their own food and animals feed off of them.


What kind of organisms are at the start of most foods chains?

The kind of organisms that are at the start of most food chains are producers. Producers make their own food and animals feed off of them.


What functional group do most lipids have?

Most lipids have a carboxylic acid functional group.