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Question

What detailed bonding changes occur when triacylglycerols are oxidized to form carboxylic acids?

Accepted Answer

Cleavage of pi bonds introduces oxygen atoms, forming carbonyl groups.

Answer

Addition of hydrogen atoms to form saturated fatty acids.

Answer

Formation of ester bonds between glycerol and fatty acids.

Answer

Conversion of single bonds to double bonds in the glycerol backbone.