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In saturated fats the carbons have no double bonds. This causes the hydrocarbon chains to be straight. It also makes them easier for you body to break down |
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In unsaturated fats the carbons have double bonds. This causes the hydrocarbon chains to be crooked and bent. It also makes them harder for you body to breakdown |
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This is an example of a diglyceride. It has only two hydrocarbon chains. |
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This is an example of a phospholipid they are a very important component of cell membranes |
Coming soon | Steroids are found in cell membranes. They also comprise many hormones. |