Multiple choice

Fatty acids from the second carbon group of glycerol is released by

  1. Phosphatidylcholines

  2. Lecithin

  3. Acetyl coenzyme A

  4. Phospholipases

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Phospholipases are enzymes that release fatty acids from the second carbon group of glycerol. This particular phospholipase specifically recognizes the sn-2 acyl bond of phospholipids and catalytically hydrolyzes the bond releasing arachidonic acid and lysophospholipids.