Chapter 17.21, Problem 45P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Moles of $\text{malonyl}-\text{CoA}$ required for synthesis of one mole of palmitic acid has to be stated.

Concept introduction: In the synthesis of fatty acids, firstly acetyl thioester and malonyl thioester combines to form a four carbon thioester.  This thioester reacts with malonyl thioester.  Each malonyl thioester adds two carbon.  Each time malonyl thioester is added, two carbon atoms are increased in the fatty acid chain.