This lecture series will cover:

1. Lipids types and structures

2. Viruses and Prions

3. Nucleic Acids
    

Fatty acids are formed by long chains of hydrocarbons with a carboxyl group at one end. 

 

Triacylglycerols:

• Have 3 fatty acids chains on each glycerol, these are usually different fatty acids

• Animal fats are usually more saturated (solid) and plant fats are unsaturated (liquid)

• Functions:

  • Insulation

  • Protection

  • Storage of energy

Phospholipids are when the third position on glycerol is occupied by a phosphate.