Equation for the esterification of glycerol and three ethanoic acids

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Equation for the esterification of glycerol and three ethanoic acids

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Esterification reaction refers to condensation reaction between alcohols and carboxylic acids. This reaction is an important reaction in synthesis of triglycerides that are important components of lipids. 

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