Oleic Acid

lipid

(9Z)-octadec-9-enoic acid

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About

A monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid. The main component of olive oil. The cis double bond creates a bend in the chain.

Molecular Properties

Formula
C18H34O2
Molecular Weight
282.46 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)O