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The two main functions of a lipid are long-term energy storage and cushioning for vital organs.
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Are lipids cutin?
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.
What are three components of the plasma membrane?
phospholipid bilayer, channel proteins, and carbohydrate chains
What components of the plasma membrane is described by the fluid mosaic model?
embedded in a lipid bilayer
Which of the following could have been components of membranes that covered pre-cells in ancient Earth?
lipid- protein
When do the size shape density and conformation of lipoproteins change?
This occurs when lipoproteins exchange their lipid and protein components with the environment.
Are lipids cutin?
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.
What are three components of the plasma membrane?
phospholipid bilayer, channel proteins, and carbohydrate chains
Is gluecose a lipid?
No, glucose is not a lipid. Glucose is actually one of the building blocks of lipids, that is to say that glucose is one of the components from which lipids are made.
What is the main lipid stored in animals?
Triacylglycerols
Cholesterol is an example of what kind of molecule?
Cholesterol is a lipid. The main functions of lipids include storing energy, signaling, and acting as structural components of cell membranes. "Lipid" is sometimes used as a synonym for fats.
What are examples of lipoproteins?
Any of a group of conjugated proteins in which at least one of the components is a lipid.
What components of the plasma membrane is described by the fluid mosaic model?
embedded in a lipid bilayer
What is the site where lipid components of the cell membrane are assembled and where proteins are chemically modified?
The endoplasmic reticulum
What an internal membrane system where lipid components of cells membranes are made?
Endoplasmic Reticulum or ER.
What are the two main components of the atmosphere?
what are the two main components of the atmosphere
Two main components that make up the sun?
Components of the sun are: (In bold are the two main components)HeliumHydrogenNitrogenMagnesiumOxygenCarbonIronSulfurSiliconNeon
Which of the following could have been components of membranes that covered pre-cells in ancient Earth?
lipid- protein
