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Why are lipids grouped together? what is a defining characteristic(s) of all lipids?
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Why are lipids grouped together? what is a defining characteristic(s) of all lipids?

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Answer: They are hydrophobic.

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All lipids are grouped together because they are mostly all nonpolar, and therefore they do not interact much with a polar substance such as water.

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