How does the glycerol-based platform molecule differentiate glycerophospholipids from other phospholipids?

• A. It allows glycerophospholipids to have three fatty acid chains.
• B. It provides a specific structural basis unique to glycerophospholipids.
• C. It makes glycerophospholipids non-amphipathic.
• D. It prevents glycerophospholipids from forming bilayers.

Answer: (B)