Zoology-Lipids
NEET Zoology Lipids MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11
Consider a diagram that shows a lipid molecule with a glycerol backbone attached to three long hydrocarbon chains. Which part of this molecule is responsible for its hydrophobic nature?
A
Hydrocarbon chains
B
Glycerol backbone
C
Carboxyl group
D
Phosphate group
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The hydrophobic nature of lipids is due to the long hydrocarbon chains, which do not interact well with water.
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