Biochemistry
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Author: Mary K. Campbell, Shawn O. Farrell, Owen M. McDougal
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Chapter 8, Problem 52RE
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Interpretation:
The omega-3 fatty acid is to be defined.
Concept introduction:
A fatty acid is a type of lipid that contains a polar carboxylic group and a long chain of hydrocarbons.
The hydrocarbon chains may contain saturated or unsaturated carbons. A saturated hydrocarbon chain makes the fatty acid a saturated fatty acid. Presence of an
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