JAMB Chemistry 2019 Objective — Question 36

Question 36 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2019 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Which of the following gives the correct formula of the fatty acid present in palm oil?

A. CH₃(CH₂)₁₄COOH
B. CH₃(CH₂)₁₅COOH
C. CH₃(CH₂)₁₆COOHCorrect
D. CH₃(CH₂)₁₇COOH

Explanation

The fatty acid found in palm oil is palmitic acid, IUPAC name octadecanoic acid, CH₃(CH₂)₁₆COOH.

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