Chapter 29, Problem 29.21P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An explanation corresponding to the fact that the conversion of $\text{NADPH}+{\text{H}}^{+}$ to ${\text{NADP}}^{+}$, in the synthesis of fatty acids, is an oxidation step and not a reduction step is to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

Fatty acids contain carboxylic group at the end of long hydrocarbon chain. The full form of ${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ is nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. ${\text{NAD}}^{+}$ is a coenzyme which is known as a dinucleotide.