Biochemistry: Concepts and Connections (2nd Edition)
Biochemistry: Concepts and Connections (2nd Edition)
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780134641621
Author: Dean R. Appling, Spencer J. Anthony-Cahill, Christopher K. Mathews
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 16, Problem 4P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Write a balanced equation for the complete metabolic oxidation of each of the following. Include O2, ADP, and Pias reactants and ATP, CO2,and H2O as products.

  1. Stearic acid
  2. Oleic acid
  3. Palmitic acid
  4. Linoleic acid

Introduction:

Stearic acid and Palmitic acid are unsaturated fatty acids consisting of 18C and 16C respectively.

Oleic acid and Linoleic acid are 18C saturated fatty acid. Oleic acid is monosaturated 18:1(Δ9) and linoleic acid is disaturated 18:2(Δ9, 12)

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