The following points highlight the three main reactions involved in the synthesis of fatty acids. The reactions are: 1. Initiation Reaction 2. Chain Elongation Reactions 3. Termination Reaction. 1. Initiation Reaction: In this reaction, acetyl CoA transfers its acetyl group to one of the —SH groups of multienzyme complex, i.e., fatty acid synthetase. 2. Chain Elongation Reactions: Six different reactions [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Fatty Acids 2. Classification of Fatty Acids 3. Properties. Meaning of Fatty Acids: The acids which are combined with glycerol in the naturally occurring fats are called fatty acids. These acids contain even number of carbon atoms linked together in long chains which are in general un-branched. The chain contains [...]
In this article we will discuss about the breakdown of fatty acids. Fats are found in dynamic state in plants, i.e., at one time they are synthesized; while at other time they break down to meet specific requirement of the cells. Active breakdown of fats (insoluble) takes place as follows: (i) During germination of fatty seeds so that the decomposition [...]