Chapter 3 - Biological Membranes (not all) Flashcards

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Phospholipids

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  • Polar
  • Ionic
  • Amphipathic
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Names of phospholipids;

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Contains glycerol;

  • Phosphatidylserine
  • Phosphatidylethanolamine
  • Phosphatidylinositol
  • Phosphatidylcholine

Contain sphingosine instead of glycerol;
- Sphingomyelin

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3
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What is the most abundant macromolecule in most cell membranes?

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Lipids

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