MDCAT Biology MCQ #656

A cell membrane component consists of a diglyceride and a phosphate group. If this molecule is lecithin, which nitrogenous base is attached?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #656

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A cell membrane component consists of a diglyceride and a phosphate group. If this molecule is lecithin, which nitrogenous base is attached?

    • A) Choline
    • B) Serine
    • C) Ethanolamine
    • D) Inositol

    Answer: Choline

    Explanation: Phosphatidylcholine contains choline, phosphate, glycerol, and fatty acids. Serine is found in different phospholipids like phosphatidylserine, not lecithin.