| Term | Definition |
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Vitamin A |
visual processes, transport of calcium across the cell membrane |
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Vitamin D |
absorption and utilization of calcium |
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Vitamin K |
clotting |
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Vitamin E |
Normal function of muscle tissue |
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Oleic Acid (melting point) |
35˚F |
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Staric Acid (melting point) |
70˚F |
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Linoleic Acid (melting point) |
23˚F |
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Saturated fatty acids |
no double bonds, high melting point |
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Unsaturated Fatty Acids |
one double bond, made by plants, oil at room temp. |
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Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids |
2 or more double bonds, required for cell membrane, only plants make them |