Fatty Acid Written by NCI Thesaurus v.07.09d   

Definition of Fatty Acid 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 is from the group Lipid Other Names for Fatty Acid Fatty Acid Fatty Acids fatty acids Source NCI Thesaurus License

 

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