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Formation of an ester bond during lipid synthesis occurs between

A. Two fatty acids
B. A hydroxyl group of glycerol and a carboxyl group of a fatty acid
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C. Two amino acids
D. A phosphate and a sugar

📝 Explanation

Esterification joins glycerol and fatty acids by removing one molecule of water.

📖 Additional Information

  • Two fatty acids
  • A hydroxyl group of glycerol and a carboxyl group of a fatty acid
  • Two amino acids
  • A phosphate and a sugar

Esterification joins glycerol and fatty acids by removing one molecule of water.

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