Butyric acid is a _ carbon fatty acid.
Correct answer: C. 4
- A. 6
- B. 2
- C. 4
- D. 8
Explanation
Fatty acids are organic molecules consisting of a hydrocarbon chain with a carboxylic acid group (-COOH) at one end. The number of carbon atoms in a fatty acid chain determines its classification. Butyric acid refers to a fatty acid with 4 carbon atoms. The name "butyric" comes from the Greek word "butyron," which means butter, and it is naturally found in butter and other dairy products. Its chemical formula is: CH3-CH2-CH2-COOH
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