Question

Why are fats also called as fatty acids or vice versa because fatty acid is a component of fats right so how's a fatty acid a fat?​

Answer 1

Answer:

There are two essential fatty acids (EFAs) in human nutrition: alpha-linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid) and linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid). Other lipids needed by the body can be synthesized from these and other fats.

Answer 2

Fats are broken down into fatty acids by bile juice. As fatty acids are simpler conversion of fats, they are also called fats.