What does essential fatty acid mean what is a


1- Name the following compounds

2- In relation with fatty acids, explain the expressions

a) Omega-3
b)Omega-6
c) Saturated
d) Unsaturated
e) Polynsaturated

3- What does "essential fatty acid" mean?

4- What is a triacylglycerol or triglyceride?

5- Draw the condensed structural formula for the triglyceride made of linoleic acid, linolenic add and stearic acid

6- What is the function of triglycerols in the body?

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