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CORALGRILL2014

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Which of the following is a similarity between triglycerides and phospholipids?
 A) Both can be used as emulsifying agents.
  B) Both have a hydrophilic group, which enables them to mix with water.
  C) Both contain three fatty acids attached to a glycerol molecule.
  D) Both contain a glycerol molecule bonded to fatty acids.

Question 2

Cholesterol is an essential nutrient for the body.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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lgoldst9

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

FALSE


CORALGRILL2014

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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