When glycerol reacts with fatty acid, which type of chemical bond will form?
Correct answer: A. Ester bond
- A. Ester bond
- B. Ether linkage
- C. Hydrogen bond
- D. Ionic bond
Explanation
When glycerol (a type of alcohol) reacts with fatty acids (which contain carboxyl groups), an ester bond is formed through a dehydration synthesis reaction. This is the key bond found in triglycerides, which are fats and oils.
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