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a) Stearic acid and oleic acid both have 18 carbons, but stearic acid melts at 71 °C, while oleic acid melts at 13 °C. Explain the difference in the melting points of these acids.

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a) Stearic acid and oleic acid both have 18 carbons, but stearic acid melts at 71 °C, while oleic acid melts at 13 °C.
Explain the difference in the melting points of these acids.

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