Which of the Following Statements About Membrane Lipids Is True

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about membrane lipids is true?

• A)Glycerophospholipids are found only in the membranes of plant cells.
• B)Glycerophospholipids contain fatty acids linked to glycerol through amide bonds.
• C)Lecithin (phosphatidylcholine),which is used as an emulsifier in margarine and chocolate,is a sphingolipid.
• D)Some sphingolipids include oligosaccharides in their structure.
• E)Triacylglycerols are the principal components of erythrocyte membranes.

---

Definitions:

Reactive

Pertains to substances or materials that readily undergo chemical reactions, typically involving a significant response to other chemicals or stimuli.

Atomic Number

Number of protons in the atomic nucleus; determines the element.

Hydrogen

The lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe, consisting of a single proton and electron, and playing a vital role in chemistry and the energy industry.

Evaporation

The process by which water and other liquids transform from their liquid state into vapor, a phase change that typically occurs at the surface of the liquid and can be influenced by temperature, pressure, and surface area.