Chapter 21, Problem 21.50P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The basic structural differences between Arachidonic acid and prostaglandin PGE₂ should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Arachidonic acid has total four double bonds and PGE₂ has only two double bonds.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The basic structural differences between PGE₂ and PGF_2a should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Both of them differ on carbon-9.