Fats and Oils Are Referred to as Triglycerides Because

question 36

Multiple Choice

Fats and oils are referred to as triglycerides because

• A)They have three glycerol molecules.
• B)They have three fatty acid molecules.
• C)They have three amino acids.
• D)They have three phospholipids.
• E)They have three steroid groups.

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