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Molecule of the day - linolenic acid (omega-3)

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This one-minute molecule profile introduces Linolenic acid, identifies important structural features or functional groups, and links the molecule to its omega-3 fatty acid context.

Fats, oils & triglyceridesFat structure & healthShort videoLipidTriglycerideFatOilSaturated fat

Learning goals

What you should be able to do

  • identify important structural features or functional groups in Linolenic acid
  • relate the structure of Linolenic acid to its chemical or biological role

Curriculum links

VCE Chemistry connections

  • Unit 4, Area of Study 1Structure, nomenclature and properties of organic compounds