Which of the following statements are true of the functions of organic molecules? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)
A)True fats are energy-storage molecules.
B)Glycogen forms structural components of cells, such as membranes.
C)Pentose sugars are part of polysaccharides.
D)DNA is the genetic code in chromosomes.
E)Phospholipids are part of cell membranes.
F)Cholesterol is the precursor molecule for a hormone such as insulin.
G)Oligosaccharides form antigens on cell membranes.
H)Cellulose is made of glucose and is a source of energy.

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A) True fats, also known as triglycerides, are one of the three main macronutrients and are primarily used for energy storage in the body.
D) DNA carries the genetic information that determines the traits of an organism and is located in the chromosomes.
E) Phospholipids are a major component of cell membranes and help to create a barrier between the cell and its environment.
G) Oligosaccharides are short chains of sugars that can be attached to proteins or lipids to create glycoproteins or glycolipids, respectively. Some oligosaccharides can be recognized by the immune system and used as antigens on cell membranes. 
B, C, F, and H are incorrect statements.

Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Functions