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Question

The fourth step of fatty acid synthesis is 4: ____.
Fatty Acid Synthesis Dehydration: The fourth step of fatty acid synthesis is 4: ____.

Answer

The fourth step of fatty acid synthesis is 4: Dehydration.
Fatty Acid Synthesis Dehydration: The fourth step of fatty acid synthesis is 4: Dehydration.
The -OH group is removed through dehydration which produces a water molecule
This leaves behind a C=C double bond

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