Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 2, Problem 12TY
Which of the following is true regarding the synthesis of a triglyceride?
a. Three water molecules would be removed.
b. The triglyceride would be hydrophilic.
c. It would require three amino acids.
d. It would require three monosaccharides.
e. Hydrolysis reactions would be involved.
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