10 Questions
Where does the process of lipolysis take place?
Cytoplasm
What is the byproduct of β-oxidation of fatty acids?
Acetyl CoA
Where is glycerol released from triglycerides entered into?
Glycolysis pathway
What is the advantage of fat molecules as an energy source?
They produce more energy per unit mass
How many fatty acid molecules can be produced from one triglyceride molecule?
Three
What is the process by which triglycerides are broken down into fatty acids and glycerol?
Lipolysis
What is the byproduct of glycerol metabolism in the glycolysis pathway?
Dihydroxyacetone phosphate
When are fatty acids used for energy production?
When glucose levels are low
What is the name of the process by which fatty acids are broken down?
β-oxidation
Where can fat be found in the body?
Under the skin, between internal organs, and in the inner cavities of bones
Learn about the synthesis of acetyl CoA in mitochondria and its role in lipogenesis. Understand the steps involved in this process, including the formation of citrate and its transportation to the cytoplasm.
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