Biology – Fats – Notes For W.B.C.S. Examination.
জীববিজ্ঞান – চর্বি – WBCS পরীক্ষার নোট ।
- Fat is a significant foodstuff for many forms of life.Continue Reading Biology – Fats – Notes For W.B.C.S. Examination.
- Fats serve structural as well as metabolic functions.
- The fats are molecules made up of glycerol and fatty acid.
- Fat is an organic compound of hydrogen, carbon, oxygen.
- Based on the number and bonding of the carbon atoms, fats and oils, are categorized in the aliphatic chain.
Functions of Fats
- Following are the major functions of Fats −
- Fat is a vital dietary requirement.
- The fat is usually the stored source of energy in the body that remained store beneath the skin.
- Fat acts a protective layer especially in the human body and provide protection.
- Some of the vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, and vitamin K are fat-soluble, which means they can only be absorbed, digested, and transported in conjunction with the fats.
- Fats actively help in maintaining the healthy skin and hair.
- Fats insulate body organs against external shock.
- Fats also maintain body temperature.
- Fats promote healthy cell function.
Types of Fats
- Following are the major types of Fats −
Unsaturated Fats
- The fats that remain in the liquid form at room temperature are known as unsaturated fats.
- Unsaturated fats are beneficial for health, as it improves blood cholesterol levels, stabilize heart beats, etc.
- Unsaturated fats are commonly found in vegetable oils, nuts, and many seeds.
Saturated Fats
- Saturated fats have no double bonds between the carbons found in its chain.
- Saturated fats can easily solidify and typically found in solid form at room temperature.
- Saturated fats are found in animals’ meat, cheese, ice cream, etc.
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