Fatty Acid Breakdown
Energy is extracted during beta oxidation, where fatty acids are broken down into acetyl CoA and high-energy intermediates like NADH. Odd-chain fatty acids undergo a unique process, yielding both acetyl CoA and propionyl CoA, which can be converted into pyruvate. Glycerol, the backbone of triglycerides, is exclusively metabolized in the liver, contributing to glycolysis and energy production pathways.In this clip
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Episode 138: Biochemistry and Metabolism
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