Which of the following statements is true?

A. A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.
B. A saturated fat has a triple bond between two carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.
C. The omega end of a fatty acid molecule contains the acid group.
D. A triglyceride has three fatty acids attached to a cholesterol "backbone" molecule.


Answer: A

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