MDCAT Biology MCQ #814

A lipid-soluble molecule like Vitamin A or Chlorophyll is analyzed and found to be composed of isoprene units. This molecule belongs to which class?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #814

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A lipid-soluble molecule like Vitamin A or Chlorophyll is analyzed and found to be composed of isoprene units. This molecule belongs to which class?

    • A) Terpenoids
    • B) Phospholipids
    • C) Triglycerides
    • D) Waxes

    Answer: Terpenoids

    Explanation: Terpenoids are synthesized from repeating five-carbon isoprene units rather than fatty acids. Phospholipids are the standard structural lipids containing fatty acid chains.