Classification of Fatty Acids

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Saturated Fatty Acids (F.A.)

No double bonds, 2 hydrogen atoms. Examples: Palmitic, Stearic.

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Unsaturated Fatty Acids (F.A.)

Contains double bonds, 1 hydrogen atom. Examples: Oleic, Linoleic, Linolenic, Arachidonic.

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Monounsaturated F.A.

1 double bond. Example: Oleic.

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Polyunsaturated F.A.

2 or more double bonds. Example: Linoleic.

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Short Chain

4 or fewer carbons. Examples: Acetate, Butyrate, Propionate.

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Medium Chain

6-12 carbons, no special transport required. Examples: Capric, Caprylic, Caproic, Lauric.

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Long Chain

14 or more carbons, requires transporters. Examples: Palmitic, Myristic, Stearic.

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Linoleic

Omega-6 fatty acid, Arachidonic F.A. Functions: Arterial dilation, Contractility of heart.

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Linolenic

Omega-3 fatty acid, Produces Eicosanoids (like EPA & DHA). Functions: Growth & development, Clotting & blood pressure regulation.

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Eicosanoids

20 carbons. Examples: Thromboxane, Leukotrienes.

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Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)

20 carbons + 5 double bonds.

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Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)

22 carbons + 6 double bonds.