Fatty acids containing 18-C atoms and a single double bond are?
Correct answer: C. Oleic acid
- A. Saturated
- B. Unsaturated
- C. Oleic acid
- D. Palmitic acid
Explanation
Oleic acid is an example of a fat that has 18 carbon atoms with a single double bond, making it a monounsaturated compound. The double bond creates a bend in the chain hence the molecule is not closely packed.
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