How Many Cycles of β-Oxidation Are Needed for Complete Catabolism

question 5

Multiple Choice

How many cycles of β-oxidation are needed for complete catabolism of a saturated fatty acid with the chemical formula CH₃(CH₂) ₁₈CO₂H?

• A)1
• B)9
• C)10
• D)18
• E)20

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