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Functions of Fats
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Mind Map on Functions of Fats, created by eleanor.m.morrel on 16/10/2015.
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Functions of Fats
Energy Storage
It creates and releases 2x as much energy per gram as carbohydrates
It's easy to build up (condensation reaction)
It's insoluable
Cushions internal organs
Protects them against bumps.
Provides thermal insualtion
E.g. Goosebumps are fats in skin deposits.
Electrical insulation
Fats in the form of Myelin wrap nerve cells
In seeds
Are low density to make seeds light enough to be dispersed far.
Waterproof
Make up the waxy cuticle of leaves
Allow animals to be buoyant
For example ducks.
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