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In the triglyceride molecule shown below, what molecule are the fatty acids attached to?

A.Fructose
B.Glucose
C.Nucleic acid
D.Glycerol

In the triglyceride molecule shown below, what molecule are the fatty acids attached-example-1

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Answer:glycerol

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Answer:

Glycerol!

Step-by-step explanation:

Triglyceride is an Ester, that is formed by the reaction between 1 glycerol and 3 fatty acid molecules, it's commonly known as fat. It act as storage for energy in the human body and as well as provides insulation. It also absorbs fat - absorbing vitamins in the body. When body needs more energy , it breaks down fat by the process of lipolysis into fatty acids and glycerol and release them in the blood.

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