Fatty Acid Biosynthesis
Biochemistry
>
Lipid Metabolism
>
Fatty Acids
Q. Linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid in mammals because:
a
Mammals cannot induce double bonds in fatty acids.
b
Mammals cannot induce double bonds beyond C9.
c
Mammals cannot elongate fatty acids.
d
Mammals cannot elongate amino acids beyond C18.
Log In
or
Start Your Free Trial
to view the answer.