Chemistry (12th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0132525763
ISBN 13: 978-0-13252-576-3

Chapter 24 - The Chemistry of Life - 24.4 Lipids - 24.4 Lesson Check - Page 852: 25

Answer

Phospholipids combine together to form structures that orient their phosphate head towards the water and fatty acid tails away from the water. Proteins are used for facilitated diffusion and active transport.

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Phospholipids combine together to form structures that orient their phosphate head towards the water and fatty acid tails away from the water. Proteins are used for facilitated diffusion and active transport.
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