Capric and caprylic acids are saturated fatty acids naturally present in coconut oil. They are considered to be medium-chain fatty acids. Capric acid (also known as decanoid acid) has a length of 10 carbon atoms. Caprylic acid (also known as octanoic acid) has a length of 8 carbon atoms.
After much anticipation from thrill seekers and coaster enthusiasts, Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois has finally unveiled its newest roller coaster: Goliath. The wooden coaster officially opened its terrifying tracks to the public Thursday morning, breaking three world records in the process. Goliath is now the tallest, fastest and steepest wooden roller coaster in the world. Daring riders will reach speeds of 72 mph, after plunging from a height of 180 feet down a nearly vertical 85 degree drop.
Apollo's ChariotÂ® is the park's thrilling hypercoaster. You'll be forced to hold on to your seats as you plummet a combined 825 feet ... that's the deepest dive of any steel roller coaster in the world! Seats are elevated, giving riders a thrilling free-flight sensation. Defining a whole new generation of roller coasters is GriffonÂ®, the world's tallest and first floorless dive coaster. The park's steel marvel plunges thrill-seekers a record-breaking 205 feet at 75 miles per hour.