65 Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What causes the large number of lipid molecular species in membranes?
A
The many possible combinations of fatty acids in different phospho- and sphingolipids.
2
Q
What fatty acids are usually found on C1 of phosphatidylcholine?
A
Palmitic or stearic acid.
3
Q
What types of unsaturated fatty acids are usually found on C2 of phosphatidylcholine?
A
Oleic, linoleic, or linolenic acid.
4
Q
What fatty acids are typically found on C1 of phosphatidylethanolamine?
A
Palmitic or oleic acid.
5
Q
What type of fatty acid is usually found on C2 of phosphatidylethanolamine?
A
A long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid, such as arachidonic acid.
