Fatty Acid Synthesis Flashcards
1
Q
What enzyme catalyses Acetyl and Malonyl
A
Acetyl CoA Carboxylase
2
Q
Steps involved in FA synthesis
A
Reduction = NADP+ Dehydration= H20 removed Reduction= NADP+
3
Q
Where are FA synthesised
A
Cytosol
4
Q
How is FA transferred from the mitochondria to the cytosol
A
Citrate shuttle
Citrate Lyase
5
Q
How many acetyl CoA molecules are used and how many ATP molecules are used
A
8 and 7
6
Q
End product
A
Palmitate
