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Phospholipid Degradation and Hormonal Control of Lipid Digestion

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What is the primary synthesis site of the enzyme mentioned in the text?

Liver and kidney cells

Pancreatic cells

Adipocytes and muscle cells (correct)

Intestinal cells

What is the fate of free fatty acids derived from the hydrolysis of TAG according to the text?

Conversion into glycerol by the liver

Direct entry into adjacent muscle cells or adipocytes, or transport in the blood (correct)

Storage in the liver for future use

Immediate oxidation to produce energy

Which cell type can reesterify free fatty acids to produce TAG molecules?

Erythrocytes

Hepatocytes

Neurons

Adipocytes (correct)

Where is glycerol released from TAG primarily used according to the text?

Liver Signup and view all the answers

What happens to chylomicron remnants after most of the TAG has been removed?

Bind to receptors on the liver, endocytosed, and hydrolyzed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of chylomicron remnants as mentioned in the text?

Glucose molecules Signup and view all the answers

What is the fate of glycerol 3-phosphate produced by the liver from glycerol according to the text?

Enters glycolysis or gluconeogenesis Signup and view all the answers

Which cells have the capability to oxidize fatty acids to produce energy?

Most cells Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main functions of TAG molecules in adipocytes as per the text?

Storage of fatty acids until needed by the body Signup and view all the answers

How are chylomicron remnants finally broken down after binding to receptors on the liver?

Hydrolyzed into their component parts Signup and view all the answers