Palmitic acid

English

Skeletal formula for palmitic acid, $\mathrm{C}\mathrm{H}{\phantom{A}}_3(\mathrm{C}\mathrm{H}{\phantom{A}}_2){\phantom{A}}_{14}\mathrm{C}\mathrm{O}\mathrm{O}\mathrm{H}$.

Etymology

From being an acid discovered in saponified palm oils. From Template:Der + Template:M. From Template:Der.

Noun

1. Template:Lb One of the most common saturated fatty acids; it is found in all animal and most vegetable oils and fats; it is used in the manufacture of soap etc.

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