During complete oxidation of the fatty acid CH₃(CH₂)₁₈COOH, ________ molecules of acetyl CoA are produced, and the fatty acid goes through the β-oxidation cycle ________ times.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The fatty acid CH₃(CH₂)₁₈COOH is a 20-carbon fatty acid. During β-oxidation, each cycle shortens the fatty acid chain by 2 carbons, producing 1 acetyl CoA. Therefore, 9 cycles are needed to completely oxidize the fatty acid, producing 10 acetyl CoA molecules.

During Complete Oxidation of the Fatty Acid CH₃(CH2)18COOH, ________ Molecules

During Complete Oxidation of the Fatty Acid CH₃(CH₂)₁₈COOH, ________ Molecules