Phospholipids Flashcards
1
Q
What is another name for phospholipids?
A
Glycerophospholipids
2
Q
What is the location of phospholipids?
A
Cell membranes
3
Q
What is the biochemical composition of phospholipids?
A
- Phosphoric acid
- Glycerol
- 2 FAs (1 PUFA usually on #2C)
4
Q
Name 4 phospholipids
A
- Phosphatidylcholine (lecithin)
- Phosphatidylethanoil- amine
- Phosphatidylserine
- Phosphatidylinositol
5
Q
What is another name for lecithin?
A
Phosphatidylcholine
6
Q
What does lecithin serve as a source of?
A
Choline for N.T. acetylcholine
7
Q
What is the location of lecithin in the body?
A
Cell membrane
8
Q
The deficiency disease, respiratory distress of the newborn is due to what?
A
Lack of surfactin
9
Q
Name 3 food sources of lecithin
A
- Egg yolk
- Chocolate
- Nuts
