Which Statement Describing β-Oxidation of Fatty Acids and Fatty Acid

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which statement describing β-oxidation of fatty acids and fatty acid biosynthesis is FALSE?

• A)β-Oxidation occurs in the mitochondria.
• B)The acyl group carrier in β-oxidation is coenzyme A.
• C)The electron carriers in β-oxidation and biosynthesis are NADH and FADH₂.
• D)The acyl group carrier in biosynthesis is acyl carrier protein (ACP).
• E)Biosynthesis occurs in the cytoplasm.

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