Question

If a triglyceride that contains one palmitate and two linoleate groups is completely hydrolyzed in the presence of a lipase enzyme, what will be the products of the reaction?a. Palmitic acidb. Waterc. Glycerold. Linoleic acid

Answer 1

The reaction will yield 3 molecules.

1. Glycerol
2. Linoleic acid
3. Palmitic acid

Step-by-step explanation:

I have attached a picture containing triglyceride molecule (Same as described in question). When metabolism of this molecule occur it will be converted into 3 products (Picture of chemical reaction is attached). Triglyceride will release its backbone as glycerol molecule along with Linoleic acid and Palmitic acid. In this reaction 1 molecule of water will be utilized. Thus no molecule of water will be released.