Chapter 2.5, Problem 4QC

Summary Introduction

To review:

The polarity or non-polarity of lipids.

Introduction:

Lipids are another class of hydrocarbonscontaining carbon and hydrogen as theirmain components, while oxygen is present in a very less amount. Lipids can act as a solvent for lipid-soluble molecules. Polar compounds are those that have a slightly positive and slightly negative charge on them, while nonpolar compounds are oneswith a symmetrical arrangement of either of the two charges.