[Solved] The liver performs all of the following functions EXCEPT for ____. A)secreting digestive enzymes into the small intestines B)producing bile C)synthesizing plasma proteins D)storing excess glucose E)storing vitamins and minerals Light Microscope: An instrument that uses visible light and magnifying lenses to examine small objects not visible to the naked eye. Phospholipids: A class of lipids that are a major component of all cell membranes, forming lipid bilayers due to their amphipathic properties. Cholesterol: A lipid molecule that is essential for the formation of cell membranes, production of hormones, and synthesis of vitamin D. Glycolipids: Lipids with a carbohydrate attached, important in cell recognition and membrane structure.