Predominant form of lipid present in biomembranes

Free fatty acids

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Cholesterol

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Triacylglycerols

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Phospholipids

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Solution

The correct option is D Phospholipids
The predominant lipids present in the biomembrane are phospholipids, having a polar water soluble phosphorous head and a non polar long aliphatic tail. The polar head is exposed on the surface while the hydrophobic tail remains buried inside.
So, the correct answer is 'Phospholipids'

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