"The endoplasmic reticulum has a number of functions in the cell but is notably important in the synthesis of many membrane lipids and proteins." Debbie
Lipids are very diverse in both their respective structures and functions. These diverse compounds that make up the lipid family are so grouped because they are insoluble in water. Let's look at some lipid types including fats, phospholipids and steroids.
While fats have been denigrated to the point that many believe that fat should be eliminated from the diet, fat serves many useful purposes. Fats store energy, help to insulate the body and cushion and protect organs.
Steroids have a carbon backbone that consists of four fused ring-like structures. Common examples of steroids include estrogen, testosterone and cholesterol.
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