Asked by Rodley Louis on Sep 22, 2024

How many molecules of fatty acid are needed to produce one molecule of a fat or oil?

A) 1
B) 1.5
C) 2
D) 3
E) 6

Fatty Acid

Carboxylic acids with a long aliphatic chain, which can be either saturated or unsaturated, and are a key component of lipids in the diet.

  • Understand the biochemical pathways for lipid synthesis and modification.
  • Learn about the pathways and reactions relevant to the synthesis of triglycerides and different lipids.