PHYSIOLOGY
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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What two types of macromolecules are the main components of myelin?
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carbohydrates and lipids
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proteins, nuclei acids and lipids
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lipids and proteins
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lipids and nucleic acids
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In addition to cerebroside, the major lipids of myelin are cholesterol and ethanolamine-containing plasmalogens (see Chap.
Detailed explanation-2: -Myelin is an insulating layer, or sheath that forms around nerves, including those in the brain and spinal cord. It is made up of protein and fatty substances.
Detailed explanation-3: -Macromolecules are made up of basic molecular units. They include the proteins (polymers of amino acids), nucleic acids (polymers of nucleotides), carbohydrates (polymers of sugars) and lipids (with a variety of modular constituents).
Detailed explanation-4: -Carbohydrates. Nucleic acids. Proteins.
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