Fatty acids are made by the sequential addition of two carbon atoms onto the growing hydrocarbon 'tail' of the molecule. The molecules that are formed can participate in many cellular processes. Explain the role of the reduced electron carrier NADPH in this process. Modifications to the glycerol headgroup of triacylglycerols lead to the formation of phospholipids, galactolipids, and sphingolipids. Explain how these and other lipids contribute to the properties of cellular membranes.
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