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1
Q

Where dose beta oxidation take place

A

The mitochondria

2
Q

How are FA transported for beta oxidation

A

FA are transported from cytosol into mitochondria by carnitine shuttle

3
Q

What is the yield from beta oxidation

A

Oxidative removal of 2 carbons per cycle to yield 1 NADH. 1 FADH2, 1 Acetyl-CoA

4
Q

List 6 functions of the liver

A
  • Synthesis of
    • Proteins
    • Urea
    • Hormones
  • Storage
  • Detoxification
  • Glucose and fat metabolism
5
Q

The lactic acid cycle

AKA

Occurs in the…

Main goal

Allows for

A
  • AKA Cori Cycle
  • Converts lactate to glucose
  • Allows for ATP production during anaerobic glycolysis in muscle and erythrocytes