Which of the following statements concerning hydrocarbons is false?

A) Octane is a hydrocarbon.
B) Hydrocarbons are insoluble in water.
C) Hydrocarbons are the most abundant organic molecules in cells.
D) Only hydrogen atoms are used to complete the valence requirements of carbon in hydrocarbons.
E) Phospholipids have hydrocarbon tails.


Answer: C

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