NUTRITION
LIPIDS
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Question
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Lipids provide an organism with:
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Instant Energy
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Stored Energy
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Insulation and Protection
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Stored Energy, Insulation and Protection
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -If you consume more calories than you need in a day, the excess energy is stored as lipids in adipose cells. In between meals and during exercise your body relies on these fats stores to provide energy. Lipids are also used to insulate and protect your body.
Detailed explanation-2: -One type of lipid, the triglycerides, is sequestered as fat in adipose cells, which serve as the energy-storage depot for organisms and also provide thermal insulation.
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