For the question(s) that follow, identify the class of lipid to which each of the following molecules belongs.
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A)glycerophospholipid
B)triacylglycerol
C)glycosphingolipid
D)steroid
E)wax

Question

For the question(s) that follow, identify the class of lipid to which each of the following molecules belongs.
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A)glycerophospholipid 
B)triacylglycerol 
C)glycosphingolipid 
D)steroid 
E)wax

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The molecule shown contains a glycerol backbone and two fatty acid chains, which are characteristic of glycerophospholipids.

For the Question(s) That Follow, Identify the Class of Lipid