Question: What are exotic breeds? (IFFCO 2022)
Options:
Saturated fatty acids
Unsaturated fatty acids
Steroids
None of the above
Triglycerides are a type of fat found in both plants and animals. They are made up of glycerol and three fatty acids. In plants, triglycerides are typically rich in unsaturated fatty acids.
• Types of fatty acids:
-Unsaturated fatty acids: Have one or more double bonds in their carbon chains. These double bonds create kinks in the structure, making them liquid at room temperature (e.g., oils).
-Saturated fatty acids: Have no double bonds and are typically solid at room temperature (e.g., butter).
🔑Key Points:
-Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) found in your blood.
-A triglyceride is composed of glycerol and three fatty acids.
-Triglycerides and cholesterol are different types of lipids that circulate in the blood.
-Triglycerides store unused calories and provide energy to the body.
-Cholesterol is used to build cells and certain hormones.