Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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ISBN: 9780190209896
Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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The given blank space in the statement, “The biologically active form of a fatty acid is the thioester of__________”.

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Fatty acids are made up of a hydrocarbon chain (R)and a carboxyl group (–COOH). These generally contain an even number of carbon atoms. Fatty acids are components of lipids. In physiological conditions, the carboxyl group of fatty acid exists in an ionized state (R-COO).

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