Oleic acid, shown below, is
Oleic acid, shown below, is
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- A saturated fatty acid
- An unsaturated fatty acid
- Insoluble in water
- Soluble in acetone
The Correct Option is B, C, D
Solution and Explanation
Oleic acid is an 18-carbon monounsaturated fatty acid, denoted as C$_{18}$H$_{34}$O$_2$, with one cis double bond at the 9th carbon.
Step 2: Determine saturation.
Because of the presence of a C=C double bond, it is unsaturated. Saturated fatty acids contain no double bonds between carbons.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Hence, oleic acid is an unsaturated fatty acid.
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