phospholipids, non-glycerides, and complex lipids

phospholipids, non-glycerides, and complex lipids

1. general structure and constituents of phospholipids

   • hydrolysis of phospholipids
     • fatty acids
     • an alcohol (glycerol)
     • 1 additional compound (phosphate)

2. recall the common backbone of steroids

3. recall the main constituents of low/high density lipoproteins

4. biological importance and functions of phospholipids, steroids, low/high density lipoproteins

   • phospholipids comprise the major lipid component of cell membranes
     • hydrophilic head + hydrophobic tails
     • bilayer
       • allow formation of cell and individual compartments in biological systems

5. importance of lipids in normal and pathological physiological processes

6. differentiate between LDL and HDL regarding their compositions and contributions to atherosclerosis