Question

Which among the following is incorrect about lipids?

(a) These are heterogeneous organic compounds comprising of C, H and O

(b) These are water insoluble and release more energy as compared to carbohydrates

(c) These also act as water barrier and messenger and are constituents of plant

(d) Phospholipids are an example of simple fatty acids

The question was asked in class test.

My doubt is from Biomolecules-3 in portion Biomolecules of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Correct option is (d) Phospholipids are an example of simple fatty acids

Easy explanation: Lipids are heterogeneous organic compounds comprising of C, H and O. These are water insoluble and release more energy as compared to carbohydrates. These also act as water barrier and messenger and are constituents of plant. Phospholipids are an example of compound fatty acids.