<prompt> Which of the following fatty acid present in fish-oil is known for its cardio-protective function?Arachidonic acidEicosapentaenoic acidLinoleic acidPalmitic acid  <response>: Eicosapentaenoic acid EPA: o3 fatty acid Present in fish-oil Known for its cardio-protective action EPA inhibits the formation of thromboxanes TX2 which are potent platelet aggregators. Hence, the intake of o3 fatty acids promotes platelet disaggregation. 