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Chapter 15: Q. 15.8 (page 516)

Draw the line-angle formula for each of the following fatty acids:

a. stearic acid

b. linoleic acid

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Part (a) Stearic Acid

Part (b) Linoleic Acid

Step by step solution

01

Part (a) Step 1: Given information

We have to find the line angle formula for stearic acid.

02

Part (a)  Step 2: Explanation 

The line angle for stearic acid is

03

Part (b) Step 3: Given information

We have to find the line angle formula for linoleic acid.

04

Part (b) Step 4: Explanation 

The line angle formula for linoleic acid is

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