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Fatty acids are considered primary metabolites because they are essential molecules involved in basic cellular functions such as energy production and cell structure. They are not produced as a result of specific pathways triggered by external factors and are necessary for the everyday functioning of cells.
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What does chromic acid test and lucas test indicate?
The chromic acid test is used to identify the presence of primary or secondary alcohols by observing a color change from orange to green or blue. The Lucas test is used to differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols by observing the formation of an alkyl chloride precipitate.
If you isolate a fatty acid with one double bond you know the fatty acid is a?
A monounsaturated fat
What is the balanced equation for fatty acid and sodium hydroxide?
The balanced equation for the reaction between a fatty acid (such as oleic acid) and sodium hydroxide is: Fatty acid + Sodium hydroxide -> Soap (sodium salt of the fatty acid) + Water
Is a sodium fatty acid salt the same as a carboxylic acid salt?
Yes, a sodium fatty acid salt is a type of carboxylic acid salt. Fatty acids are carboxylic acids with long hydrocarbon chains, and when they react with a base like sodium hydroxide, they form carboxylic acid salts such as sodium fatty acid salts.
A fatty acid that contains a chain of 10 carbons and one double bond is termed a?
A fatty acid that contains a chain of 10 carbons and one double bond is termed monounsaturated, medium chain fatty acid. The process of adding hydrogen too an unsaturated fatty acid and creating a more solid fat is called hydrogenation.
Is Triglyceride a lipid?
Yes triglycerides are lipids. Triglycerides are composed of fatty acids and glycerol. Lipids are composed of fatty acid molecules, phospholipids, monoglycerides, and metabolites.
Is olive oil an essential fatty acid?
No, it's not a fatty acid or essential fatty acid.
What does chromic acid test and lucas test indicate?
The chromic acid test is used to identify the presence of primary or secondary alcohols by observing a color change from orange to green or blue. The Lucas test is used to differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols by observing the formation of an alkyl chloride precipitate.
What type of fatty acid is a propanoic acid?
Propionic acis is not a fatty acid.
Why the reaction of primary hydroxyl in glycerol is faster than secondary hydroxyl?
The reaction will performed with acid
What is the Difference between phospholipids and triglycerides?
Phospholipids have two fatty acid chains and a phosphate group, making them amphipathic and important in cell membrane structure. Triglycerides have three fatty acid chains and are used for energy storage in adipose tissue.
If you isolate a fatty acid with one double bond you know the fatty acid is a?
A monounsaturated fat
What is the difference between a hydrocarbon and a fatty acid?
The difference between a hydrocarbon and a fatty acid is that a fatty acid is a hydrocarbon chain with a carboxylic acid head.
What is volatile fatty acid number?
No one fatty acid is volatile.
A(n) fatty acid is the building block of fats?
fatty acid is the answer
What is the balanced equation for fatty acid and sodium hydroxide?
The balanced equation for the reaction between a fatty acid (such as oleic acid) and sodium hydroxide is: Fatty acid + Sodium hydroxide -> Soap (sodium salt of the fatty acid) + Water
Why different skin areas may have different ph levels-?
Skin has different pH levels in different areas because of varying levels of lactic acid, amino acids, fatty acids, and metabolites.
