ABSTRACT
This text presents a comprehensive description of the fundamental principles of plant lipid metabolism and then uses this base to examine current research in the field. The importance of molecular biology and the incorporation of new analytical methods are discussed, and the contributions of current research to agricultural and industrial uses are covered in depth. Chapters are illustrated with tables and figures to support key concepts, and projections for future researc in the field are also explored.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
section I|192 pages
Acyl Unit Biosynthesis
section II|145 pages
Complex Acyl Lipids
section III|133 pages
Biosynthesis of Isoprenoid Lipids
section IV|95 pages
Acyl Lipid Catabolism
section V|47 pages
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS