Definitions for fatty acid
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1. fatty acidnoun

   any of a class of aliphatic monocarboxylic acids that form part of a lipid molecule and can be derived from fat by hydrolysis; fatty acids are simple molecules built around a series of carbon atoms linked together in a chain of 12 to 22 carbon atoms

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1. fatty acidnoun

   Any of a class of aliphatic carboxylic acids, of general formula CHCOOH, that occur combined with glycerol as animal or vegetable oils and fats. Only those with an even number of carbon atoms are normally found in natural fats.

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1. Fatty acid

   In chemistry, particularly in biochemistry, a fatty acid is a carboxylic acid with an aliphatic chain, which is either saturated or unsaturated. Most naturally occurring fatty acids have an unbranched chain of an even number of carbon atoms, from 4 to 28. Fatty acids are a major component of the lipids (up to 70% by weight) in some species such as microalgae but in some other organisms are not found in their standalone form, but instead exist as three main classes of esters: triglycerides, phospholipids, and cholesteryl esters. In any of these forms, fatty acids are both important dietary sources of fuel for animals and important structural components for cells.

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1. fatty acid

   A fatty acid is a type of molecule that is composed of a chain of hydrocarbon atoms with a carboxyl group at one end. These acids are key components of fats and oils and play crucial roles in the body, including energy storage, structural functions, and as precursors to bioactive molecules. They can be categorized into saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, with the latter further classified as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated. The number and arrangement of the hydrogen atoms attached to the carbon chain can impact the physical and nutritional properties of the fatty acid.

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1. Fatty acid

   In chemistry, and especially in biochemistry, a fatty acid is a carboxylic acid with a long aliphatic tail, 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. Fatty acids are usually derived from triglycerides or phospholipids. When they are not attached to other molecules, they are known as "free" fatty acids. Fatty acids are important sources of fuel because, when metabolized, they yield large quantities of ATP. Many cell types can use either glucose or fatty acids for this purpose. In particular, heart and skeletal muscle prefer fatty acids. Despite long-standing assertions to the contrary, brain can use fatty acids as a source of fuel in addition to glucose and ketone bodies.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of fatty acid in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of fatty acid in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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   Walnuts contain several nutrients that promote good sleep, such as melatonin, serotonin, and magnesium. Studies show that eating walnuts increases melatonin in the blood, making walnuts a great bedtime snack, walnuts are also high in omega-3 fatty acids. Animal studies in rats have shown that omega-3 fatty acid deficiency can alter several neurotransmitter pathways, including that of serotonin, affecting depression, anxiety, and sleep.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=fatty acid
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Fatty_Acid
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatty_Acid
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5. ^ Wikidata
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