Fatty acidsDefinition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatty_acids) In chemistry, especially biochemistry, a fatty acid is a carboxylic acid with a long aliphatic tail (chain), which is either saturated or unsaturated. Most naturally occurring fatty acids have a chain of an even number of carbon atoms, from 4 to 28. (Wikipedia) Preferred Units: N/A Scope Note: N/A This term is used for the following terms: N/A Approved Date 15-Oct-2012 Click here to give feedback on this term or suggest an update. |