What makes lipids different from other organic compounds?

A.
They make simple sugars.

B.
They are made of amino acids.

C.
They carry information and guard against invasion.

D.
They don't dissolve in water.

Question

What makes lipids different from other organic compounds?  
 
 

 
 

  

  A. 
  They make simple sugars.   
   

 
 

  

  B. 
  They are made of amino acids.   
   

 
 

  

  C. 
  They carry information and guard against invasion.   
   

 
 

  

  D. 
  They don't dissolve in water.

anonymous · Answer

the answer is D

anonymous · Answer

D lipids are insoluble in water but can be dissolved in other organic solvents. More info here. -> http://www.news-medical.net/health/What-are-Lipids.aspx