Multiple choice

Fat molecules are made up of three fatty acids and one unit of what?

  1. Glucose

  2. Gelatine

  3. Galactose

  4. Glycerol
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Explanation

Triglycerides, which make up most dietary fats, consist of three fatty acid molecules bound to a single backbone molecule of glycerol. Glucose and galactose are simple sugars, while gelatine is a protein derived from collagen.

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