_________ Is an Important Component of Cell Membranes, Forming a Lipid

question 54

Multiple Choice

_________ is an important component of cell membranes, forming a lipid bilayer by orienting the water-soluble portion towards the water environment.

• A) Cholesterol
• B) Phospholipid
• C) Saturated fatty acid
• D) Triglyceride

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Definitions:

Equity Ratio

A financial ratio indicating the proportion of a company's total assets that are financed by shareholders' equity, showing the extent of ownership versus creditor financing.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that provides a snapshot of a company's financial condition at a specific point in time, showing assets, liabilities, and equity.

Corporation

A legal entity that is separate and distinct from its owners, providing limited liability protection to its shareholders and being capable of owning assets, entering contracts, and sue or being sued.

Accounts Receivable Turnover

A financial ratio indicating how many times a company's accounts receivable are collected during a period, reflecting the efficiency of credit policies and collection efforts.