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Lipids and Fatty Acids

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Glycolipids

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Classification: Complex Lipids Biological Function: Contribute to cell recognition, stability of cell membrane and signaling

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Cholesterol

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Classification: Sterol Biological Function: Precursor to steroid hormones, bile acids, vitamin D; stabilizes cell membranes

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Ceramides

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Classification: Sphingolipids Biological Function: Structural role in cell membranes, participate in cellular signaling related to apoptosis

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Fatty Acids

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Classification: Simple Lipids Biological Function: Building blocks of fats, energy source

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Leukotrienes

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Classification: Eicosanoids Biological Function: Involved in immune response, specifically in allergic and inflammatory reactions.

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Diglycerides

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Classification: Simple Lipids Biological Function: Precursor to triglycerides and phospholipids, signaling molecules

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Sphingolipids

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Classification: Complex Lipids Biological Function: Structural component of membranes and involved in signaling

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Lipoproteins

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Classification: Complex Lipids Biological Function: Transports lipids in the blood, mediating lipid metabolism

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Waxes

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Classification: Simple Lipids Biological Function: Provides waterproofing, protection against evaporation and pathogens

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Triglycerides

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Classification: Simple Lipids Biological Function: Energy storage, insulation, and protection

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Phospholipids

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Classification: Complex Lipids Biological Function: Major components of cell membranes, providing barriers and signaling

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Steroids

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Classification: Complex Lipids Biological Function: Component of cell membranes, precursor to hormones and vitamins

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Monoglycerides

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Classification: Simple Lipids Biological Function: Intermediate in lipid metabolism and absorption

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Eicosanoids

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Classification: Derived Lipids Biological Function: Signal molecules for inflammatory responses and other physiological processes

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Prostaglandins

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Classification: Eicosanoids Biological Function: Mediate inflammatory responses, pain, fever, regulate blood pressure

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