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Which one of the following represents a phospholipid?

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Fatty acids + Glycerol + Phosphate group
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Fatty acid + Glycerol + Carbohydrate group
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Fatty acid + Phosphate group
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Fatty acids + Glycerol + Phosphorus
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Solution

The correct option is A Fatty acids + Glycerol + Phosphate group
Phospholipid is a type of lipid molecule that is made up of fatty acid, glycerol and a phosphate group. These are present in the cell membranes. Example: Lecithin.

The compound lipid having fatty acid, glycerol and carbohydrate group is known as glycolipid. These are found on cell membrane surfaces and help in cell recognition.

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