Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Biochem 1 > Phospholipids > Flashcards

Phospholipids Flashcards

1
Q

What is another name for phospholipids?

A

Glycerophospholipids

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is the location of phospholipids

A

Cell membrane

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What is the biochemical composition of phospholipids

A

Phosphoric acid + glycerol + 2FAs (2FAs = 1 PUFA, 1 saturated FA)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Name 4 phospholipids (which is most abundant?)

A

*phosphatidyl choline (lecithin)
- phosphatidyl ethanol-amine
- phosphatidyl serine
- phosphatidyl inositol

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What is another name for lecithin

A

Phosphatidylcholine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What is lecithin a source of?

A

Choline (for NT acetylcholine)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What is the location of lecithin in the body?

A

(Most abundant phospholipid in the) cell membrane

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

Respiratory Distress of the newborn is a disease due to what deficiency?

A

Surfactant deficiency (synthesis requires lecithin)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

Name 3 food sources of lecithin

A

Egg yolks, chocolate, nuts

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

Biochem 1 (23 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2025 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions