FOOD CHEMISTRY
CARBOHYDRATES PROTEINS AND LIPIDS
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Question
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This macromolecule is also used as insulation for animals living in cold environments.
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protein
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carbohydrate
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lipid
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nucleic acid
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Oils are used in the fur / feathers of animals as waterproofing. This is because the lipid tail of molecule is hydrophobic as the water is polar. They are good insulators as they have thick fat layers that trap air inside.
Detailed explanation-2: -Synthesis and Function of Lipids in the Body The main biological functions of lipids include storing energy, as lipids may be broken down to yield large amounts of energy. Lipids also form the structural components of cell membranes, and form various messengers and signaling molecules within the body.
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