A Difference Between FA Synthesis And $\beta$ -Oxidation Is That FA Synthesis , Whereas

question 22

Multiple Choice

A difference between FA synthesis and $\beta$ -oxidation is that FA synthesis , whereas $\beta$ -oxidation _.

• A) reactions use ATP; reactions directly yield ATP
• B) occurs in the mitochondria; takes place in the cytoplasm
• C) uses NADH; uses NADPH
• D) uses acyl-ACP; uses acyl-CoA

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Definitions:

Osmotic Pressure

The pressure that needs to be applied to a solution to prevent the inward flow of its pure solvent across a semipermeable membrane.

Ventricles

Chambers within the heart or brain that play roles in pumping blood or circulating cerebrospinal fluid, respectively.

Aortic Semilunar

Pertaining to the semilunar valve located between the left ventricle of the heart and the aorta, regulating blood flow.

Left Atrioventricular

Pertaining to the left side of the heart, specifically the region where the left atrium and ventricle connect.