Question

Complete hydrolysis of a glycerophospholipid yields glycerol, two fatty acids (16:1(∆9) and 16:0), phosphoric acid, and serine in the molar ratio 1:1:1:1:1. Name this lipid and draw its structure.

Answer 1

Answer:

Phosphatidyl Serine

Explanation:

Phosphatidylserine is a phospholipid and is a major constituent of the cell membrane. It aids in cell cycle signaling, majorly in the aspect of apoptosis. It is a basic pathway for viruses to invade cells through apoptotic mimicry

Phosphatidylserine is implicated in Alzheimer's disease, age-related decrease in mental function, boost thinking ability in young people, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, reducing exercise-induced stress, and boosting an athletic performance.

Phosphatidyl serine (PS) is a phospholipid nutrient which is seen in fish, green leafy vegetables, soybeans and rice, and is important for the proper working of neuronal cell membranes and activates Protein kinase C (PKC) which play a major role in memory function.