Which Statement About Lipolysis in Adipocytes Is FALSE

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which statement about lipolysis in adipocytes is FALSE?

• A) The rate is determined by the activity of hormone-sensitive lipase.
• B) It is activated in response to phosphorylation of the rate-limiting enzyme.
• C) Lipolysis results in the release of fatty acids and glycerol into the blood stream.
• D) The activity of hormone-sensitive lipase is increased in response to a glucagon signal.
• E) Dephosphorylation of perilipins allows for hormone-sensitive lipase to access lipid droplets.

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