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Oxidation of Fatty Acids

24. Lipid Metabolism / Oxidation of Fatty Acids / Problem 7

Problem 7

Consider arachidic acid (20:0) found in peanut oil. Draw the activated form of arachidic acid in preparation for β oxidation.

A

Activated arachidic acid (20:0) structure for β-oxidation, showing CoA attachment.

B

Activated arachidic acid (20:0) structure for β-oxidation, showing CoA attachment.

C

Activated arachidic acid (20:0) structure with an additional oxygen for β-oxidation.

D

Activated arachidic acid (20:0) structure with an additional oxygen for β-oxidation.