FOOD CHEMISTRY
CARBOHYDRATES PROTEINS AND LIPIDS
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Lipids carry genetic information in the form of RNA.
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Lipids store energy and vitamins that animals need..
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Lipids provide animals with quick energy for routine tasks
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Lipids contain amino acids necessary for protein synthesis.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Lipids perform three primary biological functions within the body: they serve as structural components of cell membranes, function as energy storehouses, and function as important signaling molecules.
Detailed explanation-2: -Lipids as an Energy Reserve: The amount of lipids stored as an energy reserve far exceeds the energy stored as glycogen since the human body is simply not capable of storing as much glycogen compared to lipids. Lipids yield 9 kcal of energy per gram while carbohydrates and proteins yield only 4 kcal of energy per gram.
Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: Lipids are considered to be a very crucial source of energy. It is considered to be a better source than carbohydrates because it yields more fatty acids. Also, lipids are compact in structure so they can store energy quite efficiently.