Triacglycerol Breakdown and Synthesis W3 Flashcards
1
Q
Where does triacylglycerol synthesis and breakdown occur?
A
Cytosol
2
Q
What are the 3 enzymes which support triacylglycerol breakdown?
A
AGTL
HSL
MGL
3
Q
What happens during triacylglycerol synthesis?
A
Glycerol generated forms TAG glycerol backbone
3 fatty acids are added in 2 steps via the enzyme glycerol phosphate acyltransferase
4
Q
What is greater during exercise, breakdown or synthesis?
A
Breakdown
5
Q
What is greater during a fed-state, breakdown or synthesis?
A
Synthesis
6
Q
When does the breakdown of muscle triglycerides decrease?
A
When there s increased fatty oxidation
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