Elaidic Acid
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| Formula | C18H34O2 |
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| Molar mass | 282. 46 g/mol |
| Density | 873. 4 kg/m³ |
| ChemSpider ID | 553123 |
| Melting point | 45 °C (113 °F) |
| Appearance | colorless waxy solid |
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| ID | 1130200 |
About Elaidic Acid
Elaidic acid is the organic compound with the formula CH₃(CH₂)₇CHCH(CH₂)₇CO₂H. Classified as an unsaturated trans fatty acid, it is a colorless oily solid. This compound has attracted attention because it is a major trans fat found in hydrogenated vegetable oils, and trans fats are implicated in heart disease.
