Unsaturated Fatty Acids Part 2: Nomenclature and Properties

Unsaturated Fatty Acids Part 2: Nomenclature and Properties

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The video tutorial discusses the classification of fatty acids, focusing on their carbon atom count and double bonds. It explains how the number of double bonds affects the melting point, with more double bonds leading to lower melting points. The tutorial also covers the omega classification system, detailing how omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids function biologically, particularly in inflammation. The video concludes with a preview of the next topic, which will address the oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids.

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