Melting point of palmitic acid is:
Correct answer: C. 63.1oC
- A. -8 °C
- B. 8oC
- C. 63.1oC
- D. 56 °C
Explanation
Palmitic acid is a saturated long-chain fatty acid with 16 carbon atoms. Its melting point is relatively high, about 63.1 °C, due to the strong van der Waals forces between its long hydrocarbon chains.
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