Which Statement Describes a Distinct Difference Between Membrane Lipids in Archaea

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes a distinct difference between membrane lipids in archaea and membrane lipids in eukarya?

• A) Archaeal membrane lipids have alkyl acids that are ether-linked to glycerol at both ends.
• B) Eukaryotic membrane lipids consist of glycerol that is ester-linked to three fatty acids.
• C) Only eukaryotic membrane lipids are amphipathic.
• D) Archaeal membrane lipids always contain sphingosine.
• E) Eukaryotic membrane lipids always have a phosphate group attached to glycerol.

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