Classify the following molecule:

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The molecule is most likely a phospholipid because it contains a polar head group (represented by the "TB7010_00" portion of the name) and two hydrophobic tails (represented by the long string of letters and numbers preceding the "TB7010_00" portion of the name). Glycolipids also have polar head groups, but they have only one hydrophobic tail. Triglycerides have three hydrophobic tails and no polar head group. Lecithin is a specific type of phospholipid. Waxes are generally composed of long chain fatty acids and alcohols, and do not contain a polar head group.

Classify the Following Molecule