Organic chem Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the formation of a triglyceride
A
Dehydration synthesis between glycerol and fatty acids
2
Q
What are unsaturated fats at room temperature?
A
Liquids
3
Q
What are saturated fats at room temperature?
A
Solids
4
Q
Plaque buildup from saturated fat can cause
A
Occluded arteries/veins
5
Q
What does R mean?
A
Hydrocarbon residue
6
Q
Describe the formation of phospholipids
A
Dehydration synthesis between glycerol, 2 fatty acids, and a phosphate group
7
Q
What is the addition of a phosphate group called?
A
Phosphorylation
8
Q
What is the function of phospholipids?
A
Forming the super structure of the phospholipid bilateral/biological membranes
