palmitoleic acid 1
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Definition
an omega-7 monounsaturated fatty acid with the formula CH3(CH2)5CH=CH(CH2)7COOH that is a common constituent of the glycerides of human adipose tissue.
Examples
- 1.Dietary sources of palmitoleic acid include a variety of animal oils, vegetable oils, and marine oils.


