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Fatty Acids

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Fatty acids are carboxylic acid with a long aliphatic chain, which is either saturated or unsaturated. They serve as a source of energy and an important component of lipid molecules.

AP course connection

Topic 2.4: 2.4 Membrane Permeability

Unit 2
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