Which of the following statements is true for lipids?
A) Lipids are true polymers.
B) Waxes and pigments are not lipids.
C) Lipids mix poorly with water.
D) Lipids are true polymers and mix poorly with water.

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Lipids do not mix well with water because they are nonpolar molecules. Polar molecules, like water, are attracted to other polar molecules but repel nonpolar molecules like lipids. The other options are incorrect. Lipids are not true polymers as they are not made up of monomers like carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids. Waxes are a type of lipid, and pigments can be lipids or other types of molecules.

Which of the Following Statements Is True for Lipids