Asked by Sofia Manaois on Sep 23, 2024

How many molecules of fatty acid are needed to make one molecule of a cephalin?

A) 0
B) 1
C) 1.5
D) 2
E) 3

Cephalin

A class of phospholipids found in animal and plant tissues, important for the building of cell membranes.

Fatty Acid

Carboxylic acids with long aliphatic chains, which can be saturated or unsaturated, and are key components of lipids in living organisms.

  • Understand the structural composition of lipids including fats, steroids, and phospholipids.