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What is a triglyceride made out of? Why is it not considered a 'true' polymer?

User CRAFTY DBA
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hi :D

triglycerides are composed of a glycerol molecule and three fatty acid chains. they aren't considered true polymers as there are no chemical bonds between each of the fatty acid chains

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User Kyflare
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hi <3

triglycerides are composed of a glycerol molecule and three fatty acid chains. they aren't considered true polymers as there are no chemical bonds between each of the fatty acid chains

hope this helps :)

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