MYRISTIC ACID
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Myristic Acid.
Myristic Acid - as a noun
A saturated fatty acid occurring naturally in animal and vegetable fats
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tetradecanoic acidExample Sentences
"The chemical formula for myristic acid is C14H28O2."
"One natural source of myristic acid is coconut oil."
"The melting point of myristic acid is approximately 52-53°C."
"Myristic acid can be obtained through the saponification of myristic acid esters."
"In biochemistry, myristic acid is known for its role in protein palmitoylation."
