Fat Stored in the Body Is Used as a Source

question 59

Multiple Choice

Fat stored in the body is used as a source of energy when not enough energy is available from food.This process involves:​

• A)retrieving fatty acids that have been stored in the liver.
• B)transporting cholesterol to the muscles to be broken down for energy.
• C)​dismantling stored fat in fat cells and releasing components into blood.
• D)​converting glucose into fat as a more efficient method of producing energy.
• E)​using fatty acids that are available in the cell's lipid layer.

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Definitions:

Thymus

A small organ located in the upper chest, vital for the development of the body's immune system, especially in early life.

Thymoma

A tumor originating from the thymus gland, which can be either benign or malignant and can affect the immune system.

Thymitis

An inflammation of the thymus gland, which can disrupt the normal development of the immune system in the body.

Hemochromatosis

A genetic disorder causing excessive absorption of iron from the diet, leading to the accumulation of iron in the body and potential organ damage.