Glyceridic

/ˌɡlɪsəˈrɪdɪk/ adjective

Definition

Describing the chemical bonds or properties that connect glycerin to fatty acids in fats and oils.

Etymology

Glyceride + -ic. Developed in chemistry nomenclature to specify the bonding nature within glyceride molecules.

Kelly Says

Glyceridic bonds are what makes digestion work—your body has special enzymes that specifically break these bonds to release the energy stored in fats.

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