The greater omentum arises from the greater curvature of the stomach. It is a large apron-like structure made of fatty tissue that hangs down over the intestines.
The structure you are referring to is the greater omentum. It is a fold of peritoneum that hangs down from the stomach and covers the intestines like an apron. It plays a role in immune response and helps to protect and isolate areas of inflammation in the abdomen.
The lesser omentum is the double-layered membrane that is attached to the lesser curvature of the stomach. It connects the stomach and liver, providing support and helping to anchor the stomach in place within the abdominal cavity.
The omentum is a fold of peritoneum (the membrane lining the abdominal cavity) that drapes over the intestines. There are two types: the greater omentum hangs down from the stomach, while the lesser omentum connects the stomach to the liver.
Approximately 50% of the plasma membrane is made up of fatty acids, which are essential components of phospholipids forming the lipid bilayer of the membrane. These fatty acids provide the plasma membrane with flexibility and help regulate its fluidity.
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Fatty acids in the plasma membrane help provide structure and flexibility to the membrane. They also play a role in cell signaling and transport processes by interacting with membrane proteins and influencing their activity. Additionally, they can affect the fluidity and permeability of the membrane.
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fatty acids
Nonpolar fatty acid chains.Non fatty acid chains
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fatty acids (APEX)