Lipids: Qualitative Tests and Functions
Introduction to Lipids Lipids are a diverse group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water but soluble in non-polar solvents such as ether, chloroform, and benzene. They include fats, oils, waxes, phospholipids, and steroids, and play essential roles in biological systems. Structurally, most lipids are composed of fatty acids and glycerol, although some complex…