Chapter 25, Problem 25.22SP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of an optically active triglyceride that contains one equivalent of myristic acid and two equivalent of oleic acid is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The class of glycerides in which all the three glycerol $-\text{OH}$ groups are esterified, are known as triglycerides. Triglycerides are derived from two or three unsaturated fatty acids or derived from two or three saturated fatty acids or mixture of both.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of an optically inactive triglyceride that contains one equivalent of myristic acid and two equivalent of oleic acid is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The class of glycerides in which all the three glycerol $-\text{OH}$ groups are esterified, are known as triglycerides. Triglycerides are derived from two or three unsaturated fatty acids or derived from two or three saturated fatty acids or mixture of both.