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Which lipids form the main structure of MOST cell membranes?SteroidsTriglyceridesHydrogenatesPhospholipids

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Which lipids form the main structure of MOST cell membranes?

  1. Steroids
  2. Triglycerides
  3. Hydrogenates
  4. Phospholipids
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Solution

Analysis of Lipid Types

  1. Steroids: These are a class of lipids that include hormones like testosterone and cholesterol. While cholesterol is present in cell membranes, it does not form the primary structure.

  2. Triglycerides: Composed of glycerol and three fatty acids, triglycerides

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