Which of the following statements best characterizes lipid molecules?
A) In general, they have few polar covalent bonds, and are therefore hydrophobic and insoluble in water.
B) They are most commonly found in the body functioning as enzymes.
C) Glucose, fructose, and galactose are classified as triglycerides.
D) Components of these molecules are joined together by peptide bonds.
E) They are toxic in the body and should be eradicated in all forms from the diet.

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Lipid molecules are primarily composed of long hydrocarbon chains or rings, which are nonpolar and hydrophobic, making them insoluble in water.

Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes Lipid Molecules