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A fatty acid not synthesised in human bo...

A fatty acid not synthesised in human body is

A

Cholesterol

B

Linoleic acid

C

Glycerol

D

None of the above.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a fatty acid that is not synthesized in the human body. This means we need to identify a fatty acid that humans must obtain from their diet. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: The options given are: - Cholesterol - Linoleic acid - Glycerol - None of the above 3. **Identifying Essential Fatty Acids**: Essential fatty acids are those that cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained through diet. Linoleic acid is known to be an essential fatty acid. 4. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **Cholesterol**: This is a sterol and is synthesized in the human body. - **Linoleic Acid**: This is an essential fatty acid that is not synthesized in the human body and must be obtained from food sources. - **Glycerol**: This is a component of triglycerides and can be synthesized in the body. - **None of the Above**: This option would imply that all listed fatty acids can be synthesized, which is incorrect. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the fatty acid that is not synthesized in the human body is **Linoleic Acid**. **Final Answer**: Linoleic acid ---
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