Chapter 23, Problem 23.91SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of both isomers of fat molecules, whose components are glycerol, one palmitic acid and two stearic acid are to be drawn and the differences between them is to be discussed.

Concept introduction:

The fat molecules are triglyceride which is made up of three molecules of fatty acids and glycerol.

The isomers are the molecules which have same molecular formula but have different arrangement in space.