Glyceride

Description

A natural or synthetic ester of Glycerol. A glyceride may be formed by the replacement of one or more of the hydroxyl groups in glycerol with an fatty acid. Natural oils and fats are the primary source for glycerides.

See also Triglyceride.

Synonyms and Related Terms

glycerides

Resources and Citations

• R. J. Gettens, G.L. Stout, Painting Materials, A Short Encyclopaedia, Dover Publications, New York, 1966

• Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: Fat." Accessed 14 Apr. 2004.