When two or more double bonds in a fatty acid remain unfilled, the resulting fatty acid is classified as:

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When two or more double bonds in a fatty acid remain unfilled, the resulting fatty acid is classified as polyunsaturated. Monounsaturated fatty acids have only one double bond, while saturated fatty acids have no double bonds. The term "essential" refers to fatty acids that cannot be produced by the body and must be obtained through the diet, such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

When Two or More Double Bonds in a Fatty Acid