Biomolecules Question 83
Question: Which of the following is an essential fatty acid?
Options:
A) Linoleic acid
B) Linolenic acid
C) Arachidonic acid
D) All of these
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] A essential fatty acid is a polyunsaturated acid which cannot be synthesised in the animal body.
Therefore it must be supplied with food.
Linoleic acid, linolenic acid and arachidonic acids are some examples of essential fatty acids.