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Glycerol and Fatty Acids combine by condensation to produce triglycerides
The R group of a fatty acid determines if it is saturated or unsaturated.Saturated- long chain (bad)Unsaturated- Singular (Good)Less clogging and formation of atheroma.
Phospholipid:Fatty Acid----GlycerolFatty Acid----GlycerolPhosphate----Glycerol
Hydrophobic TailHydrophilic Head
EMULSION TEST FOR LIPIDS:Add ethanol to solutionShake solutionAdd waterSee if a precipitate is formed.
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ROLE OF THE MICROVILLI:To increase the surface area of the small intestine to increase the rate of diffusion, as the partially permeable membrane covers more areas and allows a high concentration of molecules to pass over.
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