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Which of the following coenzyme functions as the reducing agent in fatty acid biosynthesis ?

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NADH NADPH Correct FADH ₂ GTP

Explanation

In biochemistry, enzyme catalysis and lipid structure dictates that substrate affinity, transition state stabilization and phospholipid composition govern function. Therefore NADPH is correct as it reflects catalytic efficiency and membrane organization, supported by mechanistic studies and conserved across related systems.

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