Which of the following statements about phospholipids is TRUE?

A) Each one has two fatty acid chains and the glycerol backbone is bonded to a small polar group
B) the glycerol backbone is bonded to a small nonpolar group
C) Each one has three fatty acid chains
D) Their biological function remains unknown


Ans: A) Each one has two fatty acid chains and the glycerol backbone is bonded to a small polar group

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