Waxes; A second group of neutral lipids that are of very important in physiological roles
2. Waxes are minor components of biological systems,
3. They consist of a long-chain fatty acid linked through an ester oxygen to a long-chain alcohol.
4. They play many important biological functions like; Physical protection of mammalian ears, Waterproofing of feathers in shore birds, Prevention of water loss by leaves and Structural materials in beehives.
