Phospholipids

Question 1

what is another name for phospholipids?

Answer 1

glycerophospholipids

Question 2

what is the location of phospholipids?

Answer 2

cell membrane

Question 3

what is the biochemical composition of phospholipids?

Answer 3

• phosphoric acid
• glycerol
• 2 FAs

Question 4

name 4 phospholipids

Answer 4

1. phosphatidylcholine (lecithin)
2. phosphatidylethanol-amine
3. phosphatidylserine
4. phosphatidylinositol

Question 5

what is another name for lecithin?

Answer 5

phosphatidylcholine

Question 6

what does lecithin serve as a source of?

Answer 6

choline for NT acetylcholine

Question 7

what is the location of lecithin in the body?

Answer 7

most abundant phospholipid in cell membrane

Question 8

respiratory distress of the newborn is due to what deficiency?

Answer 8

choline deficiency -> surfactant

Question 9

name 3 food sources of lecithin

Answer 9

1. egg yolks
2. chocolate
3. nuts