How Many Molecules of Acetyl-CoA Are Needed to Synthesize a 16-Carbon

question 55

Multiple Choice

How many molecules of acetyl-CoA are needed to synthesize a 16-carbon fatty acid if the process is started with acetyl-S-enzyme-1 and malonyl-CoA?

• A)5
• B)6
• C)7
• D)8
• E)9

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