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Biochemistry

9th Edition

ISBN:9781319114671

Author:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Publisher:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Chapter1: Biochemistry: An Evolving Science

Section: Chapter Questions

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using specific examples explain the biochemical significance of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

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Our body needs energy for the proper functioning of all the organs and to sustain the metabolic activities of our body. We get this energy from the food we eat and the nutrients present in them like carbohydrates, minerals, proteins, and fats. Fat is an essential macronutrient that keeps us healthy and also protects our tissues.

Fats are the natural esters of glycerol and fatty acids which are solid at room temperature. It is an essential source of fatty acids for our body as it cannot make it on its own. Fats also help our body to absorb some vitamins like A, D, and E. As these vitamins are fat-soluble they can only be absorbed in the presence of fats.