Which aspect of phospholipids is most important to the formation of bilayers?

A) They are amphipathic.
B) Their size is large, relative to cholesterol.
C) Their size is small, relative to fats.
D) Their hydrocarbon tails can consist of fatty acids or isoprene subunits.


Answer: A

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