Week 2: Digestion and Absorption of Fats Flashcards
1
Q
What is the common structure of main fats?
A
Triacylglycerol (triglyceride) - a glycerol backbone is bonded to 3 fatty acid chains by ester linkages.
2
Q
What are other lipids apart from triacylglycerol that is taken into the intestine?
A
Phospholipids, cholesterol esters and cholesterol
