Phospholipids Spontaneously Form Bilayer Structures, but Oils Form Small Droplets

question 31

Multiple Choice

Phospholipids spontaneously form bilayer structures, but oils form small droplets. Why do oils not form bilayers?

• A) Oils are not as hydrophobic as phospholipids.
• B) The fatty acids in oils preclude bilayer formation.
• C) Oils are energy reserves of cells.
• D) Oils do not have the polar head group that phospholipids have.
• E) Oils and water do not mix.

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