Question

the group of organic compounds containing carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a near 1:2:1 ratio is defined as a
lipid.
saturated fat.
carbohydrate.
protein.
nucleic acid.

Explanation:

Carbohydrates are organic compounds with carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen typically in a 1:2:1 ratio. Lipids have a different ratio and composition. Saturated fats are a type of lipid. Proteins contain nitrogen in addition to carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Nucleic acids contain phosphorus and nitrogen along with carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

Answer:

C. carbohydrate