What is the shorthand notation for the carboxylic acid in the most common type of sunflower seed?
Sunflower seed The sunflower seed is the fruit of the sunflower ("Helianthus annuus"). There are three types of commonly used sunflower seeds: linoleic (most common), high oleic, and NuSun developed for sunflower oil. Each variety has its own unique levels of monounsaturated, saturated, and polyunsaturated fats. The information in this article refers mainly to the linoleic variety.
Propiolic acid Propiolic acid is the organic compound with the formula HCCOH. It is the simplest acetylenic carboxylic acid. It is a colourless liquid that crystallises to give silky crystals. Near its boiling point, it decomposes. It is soluble in water and possesses an odor like that of acetic acid.