1. Types of lipids
Lipids are fatty, oily, or waxy compounds. Many types of lipids with different structures and properties exist, but all lipids are hydrophilic. The following table provides a description of the features, properties, or uses of different types of lipids in the left-hand column. In the right-hand column, choose the correct type of lipid each description represents.
Description of Lipid
Type of Lipid
This group of lipids includes triglycerides.
The polarity of this molecule helps it to form cell membranes.
This lipid is what covers many plant surfaces to help prevent water loss and to protect against pests.
This lipid is made of rigid carbon rings with no fatty acid tails.