Which of the Following Statements Regarding Lipids Is True

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding lipids is true?

• A)They generally contain nitrogen.
• B)They are made from glycerol and amino acids.
• C)A gram of lipid stores less energy than a gram of carbohydrate.
• D)They are insoluble in water.

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