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Stearic Acids

Medical Definition: A group of compounds that are derivatives of octadecanoic acid which is one of the most abundant fatty acids found in animal lipids. (Stedman, 25th ed)
Guide Notes: do not confuse X ref OCTADECANOIC ACIDS with OCTADECENOIC ACIDS see OLEIC ACIDS
Stearic Acids Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Stearates - Salts and esters of the 18-carbon saturated, monocarboxylic acid--stearic acid.

Stearic Acids Medical Definitions and Terms

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