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The properties of lipids are

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Insoluble in water and soluble in fat solvents.
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High energy content.
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Structural component of cell membrane.
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All of the above.
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The correct option is D All of the above.
Lipids are compounds of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen where ratio of hydrogen and oxygen is less than that of water. Lipids are esters of fatty acids and alcohol which form emulsion with water but are soluble in organic solvents. Some of the common examples of lipids are butter, ghee, cholesterol, carotene etc. Lipids are used as energy source. Lipids provide 9.3 kcal per gram as compared to 4.5 kcal per gram by carbohydrates. Lipids have other important uses also like they lubricate hairs and feathers in animals, reduce transpiration in plants and form components of cell membranes in organisms.

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