Biology A-Level
micelles
What micelles means in Biology A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of micelles
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Formed when bile salts associate with monoglycerides and fatty acids, and transport these products to the epithelial membrane.
Topics that use micelles
- Digestion and absorption (AQA A-Level)
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