The basic constituent of vegetable oils is ___________________?

Correct answer: A. Triglyceride

  • A. Triglyceride
  • B. Fatty acids
  • C. Fatty alcohol
  • D. Mono esters

Explanation

Vegetable oils are mainly triglycerides, which are esters of glycerol with long-chain fatty acids. Free fatty acids may be present, but they are not the principal structural constituent of the oil.

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