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Fatty acids & triglycerides Flashcards

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What is the functional group in a fatty acid?

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A fatty acid is composed of a carboxyl group attached to a long carbon chain.

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What is a triglyceride composed of?

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3 fatty acid molecules and 1 glycerol molecule

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What type of reaction occurs to create a triglyceride?

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Esterification

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