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Glycerophospholipid is more soluble in water because it contains both polar and non polar regions, which allow them interact with polar and non polar substance. The ionized alcohol and phosphate portion is polar and strongly attracted to water.

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Q: What lipid type is most soluble in water triacyglyerols glycerophospholipids oils steroids or waxes?
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