Waxes These lipids are made by alcohols with unsaturated oils. An example is lipstick combining which also has coloring added to make the different shades. Steroids, Cholesterol, and Hormones A steroid has 4 carbon rings with the top ring looking like a house. Cholesterol is also a steroid molecule and it helps with cell membrane All flexibility. membranes need to have some cholesterol to remain flexible. Cholesterol is bad in excess for your health though. Hormones are communication molecules. Lipids are stored in Adipose Tissue in animals. This can lead to obesity or even Atherosclerosis (Clogged Arteries).
Waxes These lipids are made by combining alcohols with unsaturated oils. An example is lipstick which also has coloring added to make the different shades. Steroids, Cholesterol, and Hormones A steroid has 4 carbon rings with the top ring looking like a house. Cholesterol is also a steroid molecule and it helps with cell membrane flexibility. All membranes need to have some cholesterol to remain flexible. Cholesterol in excess is bad for your health though. Hormones are communication molecules. Lipids are stored in Adipose Tissue in animals. This can lead to obesity or even Atherosclerosis (Clogged Arteries).
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