Question

Many plants have waxy coatings on some surfaces. This coating reduces water loss because it is not water permeable. This waxy coating is considered which biomolecule?

a.

lipid

c.

nucleic acid

b.

carbohydrate

d.

protein

Answer 1

A. lipid I guess that is the answer

Answer 2

Lipids are ubiquitous in plants. They store metabolic energy, protect against dehydration and pathogens, carry electrons, absorb light. Lipids also contribute to the structure of membranes.