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Which among the following is a phospholipid?
Which among the following is a phospholipid?
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The correct option is A Lecithin
Lecithin is a phospholipid. Phospholipids are esters of two molecules of fatty acids with a glycerol molecule and also have phosphate group attached to it. It is a constituent of cell membranes.
Arachidonic acid is a fatty acid with 20 carbon atoms.
Linoleic acid is a fatty acid with 18 carbon atoms.
Cholesterol is a derived lipid found in cell membranes. It is composed of steroid and alcohol.
Lecithin is a phospholipid. Phospholipids are esters of two molecules of fatty acids with a glycerol molecule and also have phosphate group attached to it. It is a constituent of cell membranes.
Arachidonic acid is a fatty acid with 20 carbon atoms.
Linoleic acid is a fatty acid with 18 carbon atoms.
Cholesterol is a derived lipid found in cell membranes. It is composed of steroid and alcohol.
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