Question

Explain how an ester bond is formed between glycerol and a fatty acid.

Accepted Answer

Ester bond formationBoth molecules contain hydroxyl groupsThe hydroxyl groups interact leading to the formation of 3 water molecules and ester bonds between fatty acids and glycerol molecule

Front	Explain how an ester bond is formed between glycerol and a fatty acid.
Back	Ester bond formation Both molecules contain hydroxyl groups The hydroxyl groups interact leading to the formation of 3 water molecules and ester bonds between fatty acids and glycerol molecule

Ester Bond Glycerol Fatty Formation Molecules Hydroxyl Groups