Which of the following types of lipids is characterized by a sphingosine backbone?

A Glycerophospholipids
B Sphingophospholipids
C Sterols
D Glycolipids
Sphingophospholipids, also known as sphingomyelins, are a type of lipid that contains a sphingosine backbone.
Biochemistry by Berg, Tymoczko, and Gatto
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