In phosphatidic acid fatty acids are attached to carbon no. _ of glycerol.
Correct answer: C. 01 and 02
- A. 01
- B. 02
- C. 01 and 02
- D. 03
Explanation
In phosphatidic acid, the glycerol molecule has two fatty acids attached to the first and second carbons, forming ester bonds. This is a key feature of phosphatidic acid, which is a precursor in the biosynthesis of many lipids. The third carbon of glycerol is linked to a phosphoric acid group. This structural arrangement is crucial for forming phosphatidic acid. Options A and B are incorrect because they indicate only one carbon attachment, whereas both carbons 1 and 2 are involved. Option D is incorrect because it refers to the site of phosphoric acid attachment, not the fatty acids.
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