Predict the fatty acid with the highest melting point. Select one: a. trans 14:1 (7) b. cis 14:2...

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Predict the fatty acid with the highest melting point.

Select one:

a. trans 14:1 (7)

b. cis 14:2 (7,9)

c. trans 14:2 (7,9)

d. cis 14:3 (7,9,11)

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Ans a trans1417 ExplainationGreater the number of double bond or higher the unsaturation lower the melting point because presence of double bond make unsaturated chain more rigid so no tight or    See Answer
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