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BIO NMDCAT Conjugated molecules
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2. The molecule resulting from the covalent attachment of a carbohydrate chain to a lipid molecule is termed a

A. Glycoprotein
B. Glycolipid
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C. Lipoprotein
D. Nucleoprotein

📝 Explanation

Glycolipids are formed when carbohydrate groups (oligosaccharides) attach covalently to fatty acids or glycerol backbones within membranes.

📖 Additional Information

  • Glycoprotein
  • Glycolipid
  • Lipoprotein
  • Nucleoprotein

Glycolipids are formed when carbohydrate groups (oligosaccharides) attach covalently to fatty acids or glycerol backbones within membranes.

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