Food Preparation and Nutrition GCSE
Triglyceride
What Triglyceride means in Food Preparation and Nutrition GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Triglyceride
The chemical structure of fats consisting of one glycerol molecule and three fatty acids.
Topics that use Triglyceride
- Food, nutrition and health (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Bioavailability and Absorption
- Bioavailability and Nutrient Interaction
- Dextrinisation
- Diet-Related Health Conditions
- Dietary Requirements and Hydration
- Emulsification
- Energy Balance and Homeostasis
- Energy Balance and Metabolic Homeostasis
Using Triglyceride in the exam
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