Which of the Following Statements Regarding Lipids Is Not True

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding lipids is not true?

• A)Lipids are soluble in non-polar organic solvents.
• B)All lipids have the same functional groups.
• C)Lipids include waxes,steroids,and triacylglycerols.
• D)Lipids have little in common except their solubility.
• E)Many lipids have biological roles.

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Definitions:

Calvin-Benson Cycle

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Environment

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Carbon

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