Q19 / 200 · NEET 2011 (Screening) · Botany

Which one of the following structural formulae of two organic compounds is correctly identified along with its related function? Figure
Figure

  • A
    A - Triglycerid - source of energy e-major
  • B
    B - Uracil - a component of DNA
  • Correct answer
    C
    A - Lecithin - a component of cell membrane
  • D
    B - Adenine - a nucleotide that makes up nucleic acids

Solution

Lecithin is a phospholipid composed of choline and inositol. It is found in all living cells as a major component of cell membrane.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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