Chapter 23, Problem 23.14QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for lecithin to be a good molecule for the formation of micelles has to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Essentially all the lipids are amphipathic in nature and include hydrophobic and hydrophilic end. Micelles may be regarded as spherical aggregates of lipids that comprise of the hydrophobic core and an outer hydrophilic shell. This outer hydrophilic shell allows the water-insoluble lipids to be carried across the lumen of the small intestine.