Question

What are the two main functions of lipids in humans?

Answer 1

Lipids :

1. Lipids are oily and greasy biomolecules that are stored in the adipose tissue of the human body.
2. The biomolecule lipid is composed of 3 fatty acids linked with one glycerol molecule.

Two main functions of lipids in humans are:

1. Acts as a source of energy: The lipids in the human body act as a source of storing energy which can be utilized during fasting, or starvation.
2. Structural components: The lipid molecules are the important component of the cell membrane of cells.