OBO ID: CHEBI:25048
Term Name: linolenic acid Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • C18:3
  • linolenic acids
  • Linolensaeure
Definition: A two-membered subclass of octadecatrienoic acid comprising the (9Z,12Z,15Z)- and (6Z,9Z,12Z)-isomers. Linolenic acids are nutrients essential to the formation of prostaglandins and are also used in making paints and synthetic resins.
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Ontology: ChEBI  ( EBI )
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