A scientist has isolated a fatty acid that has 26 carbons bonded together.All of the carbon atoms in the chain are connected by single bonds.The only other elements in the compound are hydrogen and oxygen.Based on this information,the compound is a (an)_____ fatty acid.

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A fatty acid with 26 carbons bonded together and all single bonds between them is most likely saturated, meaning that all carbon atoms in the chain are already bonded to as many hydrogen atoms as possible. Monounsaturated fatty acids have one double bond, while polyunsaturated fatty acids have multiple double bonds. Essential fatty acids are a specific type of unsaturated fatty acid that the body cannot make on its own and must obtain from dietary sources. However, the information given does not provide evidence for the compound being an essential fatty acid.

A Scientist Has Isolated a Fatty Acid That Has 26