What Role Does Carnitine Play in Fat Metabolism

question 17

Multiple Choice

What role does carnitine play in fat metabolism?

• A) Transports fatty acids into the mitochondria
• B) Cleaves 2-unit carbons during beta-oxidation
• C) Activates lipoprotein lipase
• D) Carries free fatty acids in the blood

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