Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

Of the following fatty acids, which would have physical and physiological properties most similar to elaidic acid, pictured below? Of the following fatty acids, which would have physical and physiological properties most similar to elaidic acid, pictured below?   A) oleic acid (18:1Δ<sup>9</sup>) B) lauric acid (12:0) C) linoleic acid (18:2Δ<sup>9,12</sup>) D) stearic acid (18:0) E) arachidonic acid (20:4Δ<sup>5,8,11,14</sup>)


A) oleic acid (18:1Δ9)
B) lauric acid (12:0)
C) linoleic acid (18:2Δ9,12)
D) stearic acid (18:0)
E) arachidonic acid (20:4Δ5,8,11,14)

Answer

D