Lipids are best characterized by their:
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Correct answer: Hydrophobic or amphipathic nature
Lipids are defined by their hydrophobic or amphipathic character: they are insoluble in water but readily dissolve in nonpolar organic solvents such as chloroform, ether, and hexane. Some lipids (e.g., phospholipids) are amphipathic, with both polar and nonpolar regions.
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