Predict the structure of a fatty acid that is cis 16:1 ($\Delta$⁹).

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The fatty acid is cis, which means that the double bond is on the same side of the carbon chain. The 16:1 designation indicates that there are 16 carbon atoms in the chain and one double bond, which is between carbons 9 and 10 (F1F1F1S1∆F1F1F10S1). The remaining symbols indicate the presence or absence of various functional groups, such as methyl (U1) and carboxylic acid (P19S1S1P0) groups. Choice C matches this description, with the double bond between carbons 9 and 10 and the correct presence or absence of functional groups.

Predict the Structure of a Fatty Acid That Is Cis Δ\DeltaΔ

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