Question

Which of the following are functions of a lipid?

A) Hold genetic information

B) Do most of the jobs in the cell

C) long term energy, insulation and cushion organs

D) short term energy and structure

Answer 1

Some of the functions of lipids are to provide long term energy, insulation and cushion organs.

Step-by-step explanation:

Lipids are biomolecules —predominantly formed by carbon and hydrogen— of great importance to the body, since they are the main component of cell membranes and form part of the structure of necessary organic substances, such as hormones.

Within the functions of lipids are found:

• Being a reserve energy source, which can be used in the long term.
• Body lipids serve as thermal insulators, especially when they are found under the skin.
• The lipids can cushion the internal organs that they cover, protecting them from trauma by body movement or external trauma.

the other options are not correct because:

A. The nucleic acids are the ones that store the genetic information.

B. Lipids are an important component of the cell, but they do not do most of the cell's work.

D. They are not a short-term energy source, like carbohydrates.