Which Statement Describes Lipids

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes lipids?

• A) Lipids all have the steroid backbone.
• B) The body stores excess calories as lipids.
• C) Lipids are insoluble in water but soluble in nonpolar solvents.
• D) Lipids are soluble in water but insoluble in nonpolar solvents.
• E) Lipids are insoluble in all solvents.

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