Correct option is B
Ans. (b)
Sol.
Lecithin is a
phospholipid that plays a critical role in the
transport and metabolism of lipids, especially in the
liver. It is essential for the
emulsification of fats, helps in the formation of
lipoproteins, and is crucial for maintaining
cell membrane integrity. Lecithin also aids in preventing
fatty liver.
Explanation of each option:
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(a) Cardiolipin – Found in
mitochondrial membranes, essential for mitochondrial function but not specifically for lipid transport.
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(b) Lecithin –
Correct answer. A key lipid involved in
fat transport and metabolism, particularly in the
liver.
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(c) Cephalin – Another type of phospholipid, found in brain and nervous tissues, less involved in lipid transport.
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(d) Plasmogens – Ether phospholipids found in
cell membranes, with roles in antioxidant defense, but not primarily in lipid transport.