Fatty Acid

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Fatty Acid Definition

Monobasic, aliphatic acids with varying chain lengths between 6 and 30. Fatty acids are a major constituent in all fats and can be either saturated, monounsaturated, or polyunsaturated. Saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids are synthesized by the body, whereas polyunsaturated fatty acids are not and must be obtained in the diet. (NCI)

Fatty Acid Synonyms

Fatty Acid, Fatty Acids, fatty acids

Terms in Fatty Acid category

Cetyl Palmitate
DL-2-Aminobutyric Acid
2-Amino-9 10-Epoxy-8-Oxodecanoic Acid