Based on the Following Reaction, What Is the Respiratory Quotient $\rarr$

question 18

Multiple Choice

Based on the following reaction, what is the respiratory quotient for stearic acid? C₁₈H₃₆O₂ + 26 O₂ $\rarr$ 18 CO₂ + 18 H₂O

• A)1.44
• B)0.69
• C)1.39
• D)0.72
• E)none of the above

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