Which of the following is a correct definition of a lipid?
A)Triacylglycerol is formed from glycerol and 3 fatty acids,and is the primary lipid of membranes.
B)A phospholipid contains glycerol with 2 fatty acids and a phosphate,and very often forms bilayers.
C)Wax contains a fatty acid and alcohol,and is used primarily for energy storage.
D)Palmitic acid is the most commonly produced unsaturated fatty acid in animals.

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A phospholipid is a type of lipid that contains glycerol, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. It is a major component of cell membranes and often forms bilayers.

The other choices are incorrect:
A) Triacylglycerol is a type of lipid that is formed from glycerol and three fatty acids, but it is not the primary lipid of membranes.
C) Wax is a type of lipid that contains a fatty acid and alcohol, but it is not used primarily for energy storage.
D) Palmitic acid is a type of saturated fatty acid, not unsaturated, and it is not the most commonly produced in animals.

Which of the Following Is a Correct Definition of a Lipid