What name is given to the following reaction?
glycerol + 3 fatty acids → triglyceride + 3 water molecules

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This reaction involves the removal of water molecules to form a larger molecule, which is known as a dehydration reaction. Option A is incorrect as denaturation involves the unfolding of proteins. Option B is incorrect as hydrolysis involves the addition of water molecules to break down a larger molecule. Option C is incorrect as hydrogenation involves the addition of hydrogen atoms to unsaturated fatty acids.

What Name Is Given to the Following Reaction