A scientist has isolated a chemical compound that is partially soluble in water.The chemical helps keep water-soluble substances mixed with fats.When analyzing the composition of the chemical,the scientist determined that in addition to carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen,the compound contains nitrogen and phosphorus atoms.Based on this information,the compound is a (an)________.

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Phospholipids are a type of lipid that contain both fatty acids and a phosphate group, which makes them partially soluble in water. They are important components of cell membranes and have the ability to keep water-soluble substances mixed with fats. Additionally, phospholipids contain nitrogen and phosphorus atoms in addition to carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Sterols do not contain nitrogen or phosphorus, and nutrino and essential fatty acids are not compounds that typically contain nitrogen and phosphorus.

A Scientist Has Isolated a Chemical Compound That Is Partially