The Synthesis of Fatty Acids by the De Novo Pathway

question 119

Multiple Choice

The synthesis of fatty acids by the de novo pathway from acetyl-CoA

• A) proceeds by the reversal of beta-oxidation.
• B) occurs primarily in mitochondria.
• C) requires NADPH, ATP and bicarbonate.
• D) is increased during fasting.
• E) utilizes acetoacetyl-CoA as substrate for beta-ketoacyl reductase.

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