Asked by Miftar Pozhari on Jul 04, 2024
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Which lipids make up most of the cell membrane?
A) unsaturated fats
B) steroids
C) waxes
D) phospholipids
E) saturated fats
Cell Membrane
The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell, which controls the entry and exit of substances.
Phospholipids
A type of fat molecule that forms the main structural component of cell membranes.
- Become familiar with the structural components and functionalities of lipids, specifically triglycerides and phospholipids, in the context of biological systems.
- Identify the composition and role of biological membranes, emphasizing the lipid components.
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Zybrea KnightJul 08, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Phospholipids make up most of the cell membrane, with their hydrophobic tails facing each other and their hydrophilic heads facing the water-based extracellular and intracellular environments.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the structural components and functionalities of lipids, specifically triglycerides and phospholipids, in the context of biological systems.
- Identify the composition and role of biological membranes, emphasizing the lipid components.