what are the function of lipids
We've learned that lipids make up part of the cell membrane in the form of phospholipids. We've also learned that lipids can serve as chemical messengers in the form of steroid hormones. To unlock this lesson you must be a Study.com Member.
Lesson Summary. To summarize, lipids are biological molecules that are insoluble in water, but are soluble in non-polar solvents. Lipids are incredibly good for storing energy, and contain twice as much energy as the same weight of carbohydrates or proteins, so they are the most energy-dense food.