Asked in PMC Practice Test 20 (2021) 2021

Which one is not found in fatty acids in acylglycerols?

Correct answer: B. C25

  • A. C26
  • B. C25
  • C. C30
  • D. C28

Explanation

Fatty acids in acylglycerols contain carbon atoms in even numbers. C25 is the only one with an odd number of carbons.

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