what is the chemical name for fats and oils
Major Constituents of Fats and oils: Chemistry of Triglycerides and Fatty Acids 3. Reactions of Fats and Oils 4. Minor Constituents of Fats and Oils 5. Conclusion. Introduction Fats and oils are biochemical units synthesized by plants and animals and made up of mostly carbon, hydrogen and oxygen elements. They are the most calorie-dense of all the nutrients found in foods: ~9kcal/g and contribute roughly 30-50% of our daily calorie intake.