Question

This type of fatty acid has at least one double bond in the carbon-to-carbon chain and also contains protective qualities

Answer 1

There are two general classifications of fatty acids according to their structure: saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. Unsaturated fatty acids are those that contain at least one of either a double or triple bond. Therefore, the answer to this questions is: unsaturated fatty acid. Its function is to protect the organs as a cushion, or as storage area for excess energy.