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What is Phospholipids? – Video
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- Phospholipids have one hydrophilic end and one hydrophobic end.
- The hydrophilic head is made up of a polar phosphate group, while the hydrophobic tail is composed of a non-polar glycerol and fatty acid chain.
- In water, the hydrophilic end is submerged while the hydrophobic tail sticks out.
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