What Structure Is Shown Below and What Is Its Main

question 46

Multiple Choice

What structure is shown below and what is its main function?

• A) coenzyme A; activation of fatty acids before β-oxidation
• B) carnitine; transport of fatty acyl CoA into the mitochondrial matrix
• C) taurocholate; one of the bile salts
• D) acetoacetate; synthesis of fatty acids

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