Saponifiable lipid

Saponifiable lipid

A saponifiable lipid is one with an ester functional group, that can be hydrolyzed under basic conditions. These include triglycerides, phospholipids, glycolipids, sphingolipids, and the waxes. These lipids are known as simple lipids.

See also

  • Lipids

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  • Simple lipid — A simple lipid is a saponifiable lipid with just two types of components. When more components exist, the saponifiable lipid is classified as a complex lipid.ee also* Lipid …   Wikipedia

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