Naming Unsaturated Fatty Acids Flashcards
1
Q
What are the steps to naming unsaturated fatty acids?
A
- Name the carbon chain
- Name the # of double bonds
- Add suffix” enoic acid”
2
Q
Name 16C monounsaturated fatty acid
A
Palmitoleic acid
3
Q
What is a food source of 16:1^9
A
Nearly all fats
4
Q
Name 18C monounsaturated fatty acid
A
Oleic acid
5
Q
What is a food source of 18:1^9
A
Olive oil
