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Which fatty acid configuration leads to the most fluid membrane?

A. Long, saturated chains
B. Short, saturated chains
C. Short, unsaturated chains
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D. Long, unsaturated chains

📝 Explanation

Shorter chains decrease van der Waals interactions, and double bonds create fluidity; this combination results in the highest fluidity.

📖 Additional Information

  • Long, saturated chains
  • Short, saturated chains
  • Short, unsaturated chains
  • Long, unsaturated chains

Shorter chains decrease van der Waals interactions, and double bonds create fluidity; this combination results in the highest fluidity.

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