Which components of a sphingolipid are collectively known as a ceramide?
A) a fatty acid and a phosphate group
B) a fatty acid and a sphingosine molecule
C) a phosphate group and a choline group
D) a phosphate group and a sphingosine molecule

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A ceramide is a type of sphingolipid that consists of a fatty acid and a sphingosine molecule. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer. Choices A and D both include a phosphate group, which is present in other types of sphingolipids but not specifically in ceramides. Choice C includes a choline group, which is not part of the structure of sphingolipids.

Which Components of a Sphingolipid Are Collectively Known as a Ceramide