Question

select all that apply
identify the components of a triglyceride below.
□ two fatty acids only
□ glycerol
□ three fatty acids
□ one fatty acid only

Explanation:

A triglyceride is composed of one glycerol molecule and three fatty - acid molecules. This is based on the chemical structure of triglycerides where the hydroxyl groups of glycerol react with the carboxyl groups of fatty acids to form ester bonds.

Answer:

B. Glycerol, C. Three fatty acids