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Which of the following fatty acids is not synthesized in the human body? |
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Glycerol |
b) |
Cholesterol |
c) |
Linoleic acid |
d) |
Both (a) and (b) |
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Which of the following fatty acids is not synthesized in the human body? |
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a) |
Glycerol |
b) |
Cholesterol |
c) |
Linoleic acid |
d) |
Both (a) and (b) |
(c)
Carbohydrates and proteins used as diet are stored within the body in the form of fat (lipid). Oxidation of lipids, produce fatty acids and glycerol. Linoleic acid is a fatty acid, which is not synthesized by the human body and we take it from the food directly.