Chapter 25, Problem 15CP

Summary Introduction

To review:

The precise site for the storage of triglycerides in the body needs to be reviewed.

Introduction:

Triglycerides refer to the particular biomolecules that are formed by the esterification of three fatty acid molecules with a glycerol molecule. Triglycerides represent the major component of the body fats and can be saturated or unsaturated depending on the nature of fatty acid involved in the esterification reaction. These comprise the majority of stored energy reservoirs of the body.