NEETBotanyBiomolecules (B)
Identify and name the compound given below.
Options
- ARibose-Sugar
- BCholesterol-Lipid
- CAdenylic acid-Nucleotide
- DLecithin-Phospholipid
Correct answer
D. Lecithin-Phospholipid
Step-by-step solution
Some lipids have phosphorus and a phosphorylated organic compound in them. These are phospholipids. They are found in cell membranes. Lecithin is one example. Some tissues, especially the neural tissues have lipids with more complex structures.