Lipoproteins are Water-Soluble Because of a Superficial Coating Of

Question

Lipoproteins are water-soluble because of a superficial coating of
A) cholesterol.
B) bile salts.
C) phospholipids and proteins.
D) triglycerides.
E) glycerol.

Accepted Answer

Lipoproteins are composed of both lipids and proteins, and have a superficial coating of phospholipids and proteins that make them water-soluble. Cholesterol and triglycerides are types of lipids that are found within the core of lipoproteins, but do not contribute to their water solubility. Bile salts are not typically associated with lipoproteins. Glycerol is a component of triglycerides, but does not contribute to the water solubility of lipoproteins.