Question

Neutral fat are
A) Glycerol
B) Fatty acids
C) Both A and B
D) None of the above

Answer 1

Neutral fats are also known as true fat. They are also called the triglycerides. They are the main type of fat present in our body. Its main function is insulation.

Complete Answer:
Triglycerides are the main type of fat storage in our body. They produce a large amount of energy as compared to any other sources. Triglycerides are the primary energy source.
Triglycerides are the simple lipids formed by the fatty acid and glycerol that undergoes dehydration. Liver also synthesises neutral fats by using fatty acids which are synthesised by glucose. The lipids synthesised in the liver are called VLDL(Very low density lipoprotein.
The triglycerides or neutral fats are stored in our body in the adipose tissues. It is mostly found in the inner thigh.
Function of Neutral fats-
->They are liquid at body temperature. They are found around the kidney. Its main function is to provide protection to the delicate organs by acting as a fluid cushion.
->It also provides thermal insulation to the body.
->Triglycerides are metabolised in the gut to form fatty acids and monoglycerides.

The correct answer is (C). Neutral fats are both fatty acid and glycerol.

Note: Neutral fats are called neutral because they are uncharged and do not contain any acidic or basic group. They are liquid at room temperature and are referred to as oil.