Phospholipid Structure in Biological Membranes

Medium Biochemistry Lipids And Membranes

In biological systems, membranes play a crucial role in cellular function and integrity. One of the fundamental components of membrane structure is the lipid bilayer, which primarily consists of phospholipids. Understanding the characteristics of these molecules is essential for comprehending how they interact with each other and with other cellular components.

Which of the following statements correctly describes an important feature of phospholipids in biological membranes?

Phospholipids consist of three fatty acid chains and a glycerol backbone.

Phospholipids have hydrophilic heads and hydrophobic tails, allowing them to form bilayers.

Phospholipids are exclusively found in prokaryotic cell membranes.

Phospholipids are primarily used for energy storage in the cell.

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