In nature fatty acids occur as _ of glycerol?
Correct answer: C. Esters
- A. Acid halides
- B. Binary compounds
- C. Esters
- D. Alkanes
Explanation
Fatty acids occur as esters of alcohols, rather than as alcohols themselves. Specifically, fatty acids are typically found as esters of glycerol in triglycerides, which are the main constituents of natural fats and oils
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