Which of the following statements about animal cell lipids is false? Fats are a form of lipid that function to store energy. Many lipids function as enzymes. Cholesterol is a type of lipid that is a component of cell membranes and steroid hormones. Phospholipids are important components of cell membranes.
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Fats are a form of lipid that function to store energy: This statement is true. Fats, also known as triglycerides, are a type of lipid that store energy in the form of long hydrocarbon chains. Show more…
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