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How many molecules of water are created when making a lipid?

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Answer: 3 molecules

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Answer:

Three molecules

Step-by-step explanation:

Since fats consist of three fatty acids and a glycerol, they are also called triacyclglycerols or triglycerides. Triacyclglycerols: Triacylglycerol is formed by the joining of three fatty acids to a glycerol backbone in a dehydration reaction. Three molecules of water are released in the process.

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