Question

Which of the following does not belong to lipids?

• A. carbohydrates
• B. oils
• C. fats
• D. waxes

Answer 1

The correct option is A carbohydrates

Carbohydrates does not belong to lipids while oil, fats and waxes belongs to lipids. Carbohydrates have molecular formula $C_n(H_{2}O{)}_n$ where n is 3 or more than 3, while lipids are compounds that are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Lipids are part of cellular membranes while carbohydrates form cell wall, used in storage. Both provide energy to cell.