Complex Fats Flashcards
1
Q
what is the chemistry of amphipathic lipids?
A
contain hydrophilic + hydrophobic component
2
Q
name the naturally occurring amphipathic lipids
A
micelles + cell membranes
3
Q
what is the definition of emulsions?
A
micelles suspended in solution
i.e., mixture of 2 liquids that would normally be separate
4
Q
examples of emulsions
A
cow’s milk, yogurt, ice cream, mayonnaise, salad dressing, hollandaise sauce
5
Q
name the complex lipids
A
- phospholipids
- sphingolipids
- lipoproteins
