Chapter 24, Problem 24.67P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

To draw the structure of acyl CoA formed from Palmitic acid, ${\text{C}}_{15}{\text{H}}_{31}{\text{CO}}_2\text{H}$. Write down the four steps of β-oxidation using this acyl CoA produced from Palmitic acid.

Concept introduction:

Acyl CoA is defined as a group of coenzymes that metabolizes fatty acids. All the acyl CoA's are susceptible to β-oxidation forming Acetyl CoA. Then, this acetyl CoA formed will enter the citric acid cycle forming several equivalents of ATP. This is the way by which fats are converted to ATP, a universal energy carrier.

Structure of Acyl CoA is as follows: