This is the RNA 5 carbon sugar, ribose. More information on nucleotide bases. This is an example of a triglyceride. To the right is a 3 carbon glycerol molecule. Attached to it are 3 fatty acids with long chains.
Triglycerides are the main storage form of energy in the body.
You can store 9 Calories per gram as triglycerides. Cholesterol is required to produce stable cell membranes. It is also a precursor for several hormones produced in the testes, ovaries and adrenal glands. Too much cholesterol will promote atherosclerosis. This is the 6 carbon sugar, glucose Major energy source for the body.