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Where does lipolysis occur?
Where does lipolysis occur?
What is the fate of glycerol released from triacylglycerol?
What is the fate of glycerol released from triacylglycerol?
What is the role of carnitine in fatty acid oxidation?
What is the role of carnitine in fatty acid oxidation?
Where does the oxidation of fatty acids occur?
Where does the oxidation of fatty acids occur?
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What is the primary product of lipolysis?
What is the primary product of lipolysis?
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Study Notes
Lipolysis
- Occurs in the cytoplasm of cells
- Releases glycerol and fatty acids from triacylglycerol
Glycerol
- Transported to the liver for gluconeogenesis, the synthesis of glucose
- Can also be used as a source of energy by some tissues
Carnitine
- Transports long-chain fatty acids across the mitochondrial membrane into the matrix for beta-oxidation
Beta-Oxidation of Fatty Acids
- Takes place inside the mitochondria of cells
- Results in the breakdown of fatty acids into acetyl-CoA
Primary Product of Lipolysis
- Fatty acids
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Test your knowledge of lipid metabolism pathways with this quiz on lipolysis. Explore the cellular processes involved in breaking down fats and the fate of free fatty acids. Challenge yourself to understand the hydrolysis process driven by lipase enzymes.
