Structure, Function and Metabolism of Lipids - Syllabus Overview

Vocabulary practice cards covering the syllabus topics, metabolic pathways, and lipid classifications outlined in Unit 4 and surrounding units.

Unit 4

A $10\,\text{hours}$ course unit covering the structure, function, and metabolism of lipids.

Mevalonate pathway

A biosynthetic pathway receiving specific emphasis in the study of cholesterol metabolism, membrane lipids, and sterols.

Cholesterol metabolism

A topic of specific emphasis within the biosynthesis of membrane lipids and sterols, studied alongside the mevalonate pathway.

$\beta$-oxidation of fatty acids

A metabolic pathway for fatty acids detailed as a key component of lipid metabolism in Unit 4.

Lipoproteins

Macromolecular complexes analyzed in Unit 4 for their structure and biological functions.

Triglycerides

A major lipid class outlined for the study of classification, structure, biological functions, and biosynthesis.

Phospholipids

A class of lipids studied in Unit 4 in the context of classification, molecular structure, biological functions, and biosynthesis.

Steroids and Terpenes

Categories of lipids outlined for study under lipid classification, structure, and functions.

Biomembranes (Lipid role)

A curriculum topic focusing on the specialized roles and structural functions played by lipids within biological membranes.

Unit 5

A $10\,\text{hours}$ course unit dedicated to the structure and functions of DNA, RNA, and nucleic acids.