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Q.

Lecithin, a small molecular weight organic compound found in living tissues, is an example of:

  1. A

    Glycerides

  2. B

    Carbohydrates

  3. C

    Amino acids

  4. D

    Phospholipids

Solution

Lecithin (phosphatidylcholine) is a phospholipid, consisting of a glycerol backbone, two fatty-acid tails and a phosphate-choline head. It is a major component of cell membranes.

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