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Concerning the classification of lipids, terpenoids are synthesized from the basic building block of

A. Glycerol and fatty acids
B. Amino acids
C. Isoprene units
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D. Sphingosine

📝 Explanation

Terpenoids (or terpenes), including steroids, carotenoids, and natural rubber, are a large class of lipids built from multiple isoprene units (C5H8). This distinguishes their biosynthetic origin from acylglycerols, which are fatty acid esters.

📖 Additional Information

  • Glycerol and fatty acids
  • Amino acids
  • Isoprene units
  • Sphingosine

Terpenoids (or terpenes), including steroids, carotenoids, and natural rubber, are a large class of lipids built from multiple isoprene units (C5H8). This distinguishes their biosynthetic origin from acylglycerols, which are fatty acid esters.

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