discuss different types of fatty acid. also discuss their application which one is benefitial?

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There are several hundred types of fatty acids. Some of the common fatty acids are
Lenoleic acid (omega 3)
Lenolenic acid (omega 6)
Palmitoleic acid
Sapienic acid
Oleic acid
Caprylic acid
Capric acid
Lauric acid
Cerotic acid
Among these Linoleic and Linolenic acids are the most essential fatty acids.

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discuss different types of fatty acid. also discuss their application which one is benefitial?

There are several hundred types of fatty acids. Some of the common fatty acids areLenoleic acid (omega 3)Lenolenic acid (omega 6)Palmitoleic acidSapienic acidOleic acidCaprylic acidCapric acidLauric acidCerotic acidAmong these Linoleic and Linolenic acids are the most essential fatty acids.