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Read the following statements on lipids and find out correct set of statements :
(a) Lecithin found in the plasma membrane is a glycolipid
(b) Saturated fatty acids possess one or more c=c bonds
(c) Gingely oil has lower melting point, hence remains as oil in winter
(d) Lipids are generally insoluble in water but soluble in some organic solvents
(e) When fatty acid is esterified with glycerol, monoglycerides are formed
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:


 

Option: 1

(a), (d) and (e) only


Option: 2

(c), (d) and (e) only


Option: 3

(a), (b) and (d) only


Option: 4

(a), (b) and (c) only


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Lecithin is a type of phospholipid found in the plasma membrane.

Saturated fatty acids have a single bond (c-c), whereas unsaturated fatty acids have double (c=c) and triple bonds (C = C)

Hence statements a and b are incorrect.

Hence, the correct option is (2)

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