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Examples of straight-chain fatty acids include C19H39COOHC19H31COOH and C19H29COOH.

Deduce the number of C=C bonds present in one molecule of each fatty acid.

Important Questions on Biochemistry

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Examples of straight-chain fatty acids include C19H39COOHC19H31COOH and C19H29COOH.

Deduce the least stable of the three fatty acids and explain your reasoning.

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Deduce the structural formula of a triester formed from three long-chain carboxylic acid molecules, RCOOH, and one propane-1,2,3-triol molecule, HOCH2-CHOH-CH2OH. Identify one of the ester linkages in the structure by drawing a rectangle around it.
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There are several types of lipids in the human body. One of these types, triglycerides, might be made of fatty acids with different degrees of saturation.

State one example of each of the following types of fatty acids: saturated, monounsaturated, and poly-unsaturated

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There are several types of lipids in the human body. One of these types, triglycerides, might be made of fatty acids with different degrees of saturation.

Describe, by copying and completing the equation below, the condensation of glycerol and the three fatty acids named below to make a triglyceride.palmitic acid oleic acid, and linolenic acid.

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State the names of two other types of lipids present in the human body.
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Name two other types of lipids present in the human body.and compare their composition with that of triglycerides.
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Calculate the mass of sodium hydroxide required for the complete saponification of 5.0 moles of a triglyceride.
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Fats, such as butter, are solid triglycerides. Explain why fats have a higher energy value than carbohydrates.