Which of the following fatty acids has the highest melting point?

A) lauric acid
B) myristic acid
C) palmitic acid
D) stearic acid
E) linoleic acid

Melting Point

The temperature at which a solid substance transitions to a liquid state under standard pressure conditions.

Lauric Acid

A saturated fatty acid with a 12-carbon atom chain, commonly found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil, used in soap production and other industries.

Myristic Acid

A saturated 14-carbon fatty acid, also known as tetradecanoic acid, common in animal and vegetable fats.