üheküllastumata

üheküllastumata is an Estonian word that translates to "unsaturated" in English. This term is most commonly used in chemistry and biology to describe molecules that contain double or triple bonds between carbon atoms. In contrast, saturated molecules, such as alkanes, contain only single bonds.

In organic chemistry, unsaturation indicates a region of a molecule where fewer hydrogen atoms are attached to the carbon chain than would be possible if all bonds were single. The presence of double or triple bonds makes these molecules more reactive. For example, unsaturated fatty acids, which are a type of lipid, contain one or more carbon-carbon double bonds. This structural difference influences their physical properties, such as their melting point, and their biological roles. Unsaturated fatty acids are typically liquid at room temperature, whereas saturated fatty acids are solid.

The term "üheküllastumata" can also be applied more broadly to any system or process that is not fully satisfied or completed. However, its primary and most frequent usage remains within the scientific context, particularly in describing molecular structure and chemical properties.