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Lipogenesis
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Lipid synthesis - Process where the body converts carbohydrates to fats for storage
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Where in the cell does lipogenesis take place?
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Cytoplasm
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Name the 2 proteins that belong to the fatty acid synthase system
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1. ACP - acyl carrier protein
2. CE - condensing protein |
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3 hormones involved in lipolysis
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1. Epinephrine
2. Glucagon 3. Insulin |
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How do the functions of epinephrine, glucagon and insulin differ in lipolysis?
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Epinephrine & Glucagon activate the breakdown of lipolysis, Insulin inhibits it
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What is B-Oxidation?
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Oxidation of fatty acids into Acetyl CoA
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In B-Oxidation what is the carrier molecule of free fatty acids for oxidation?
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Carnitine
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Name 4 body functions cholesterol is a precursor to
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1. bile acid synthesis
2. vit D synthesis 3. steroid hormone synthesis 4. steroids in the body |
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Name the initial product needed to synthesise cholesterol
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Acetyl-CoA
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Lipolysis
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Breakdown of fat for energy
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