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Where does the oxidation of fatty acids primarily take place?
Where does the oxidation of fatty acids primarily take place?
- Nucleus
- Endoplasmic reticulum
- Cytoplasm
- Mitochondrion (correct)
Which hormone primarily regulates triglyceride hydrolysis in adipose tissue?
Which hormone primarily regulates triglyceride hydrolysis in adipose tissue?
- Glucagon (correct)
- Estrogen
- Insulin
- Testosterone
During fasting, where does glycerol travel to be used for gluconeogenesis?
During fasting, where does glycerol travel to be used for gluconeogenesis?
- Adipose tissue
- Kidney
- Muscle
- Liver (correct)
Where are excess fatty acids and carbohydrates stored after eating?
Where are excess fatty acids and carbohydrates stored after eating?
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In which organelle is acetyl-CoA primarily metabolized via the tricarboxylic acid cycle and oxidative phosphorylation to produce ATP?
In which organelle is acetyl-CoA primarily metabolized via the tricarboxylic acid cycle and oxidative phosphorylation to produce ATP?
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