Question

Give the condensed structural formula for the activated form of caprylic acid.

Answer 1

The condensed structural formula of caprylic acid is:

CH₃ - (CH₂)₄ - CH₂ - CH₂ - COOH

Caprylic acid is also known as octanoic acid.

It is a colorless oily liquid that is minimally soluble in water with a slightly unpleasant rancid-like smell and taste. Caprylic acid is used commercially in the production of esters used in perfumery and also in the manufacture of dyes.

Answer 2

The Structural formula for the activated form of caprylic acid is CH3(CH2)6CO2H

Step-by-step explanation:

• The Structural formula for the activated form of caprylic acid is CH3(CH2)6CO2H.
• Caprylic acid is a medium-chain fatty acid .
• It is mainly found in palm oil, coconut oil and obtained in the milk of certain mammals.

• Caprylic acid is taken for medical treatments like lung-related disorder, acne, obesity, bacterial skin infection, and it is taken as a dietary supplement.

• It is also used in the production of dyes, perfumes, and sanitizers.

• They are also known as octanoic acid.They are also used in the making of esters