What is a characteristic feature of fatty acids due to their structure?
Fatty Acid Synthesis Pathway: Overview, Enzymes and Regulation

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They are neither hydrophilic nor hydrophobic.
They are completely hydrophilic.
They are completely hydrophobic.
They are amphiphilic.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which molecule is essential for fatty acid synthesis and is derived from the pentose phosphate pathway?
ATP
NADPH
FADH2
GTP
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where does fatty acid synthesis primarily occur in the cell?
Endoplasmic Reticulum
Cytosol
Nucleus
Mitochondria
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of citrate in fatty acid synthesis?
It is converted into triglycerides.
It acts as a direct substrate for fatty acid synthesis.
It transports acetyl CoA from the mitochondria to the cytosol.
It inhibits the synthesis of fatty acids.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which enzyme is the rate-limiting step in fatty acid synthesis?
Malonyl CoA decarboxylase
ATP citrate lyase
Fatty acid synthase
Acetyl CoA carboxylase
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of malonyl CoA in fatty acid synthesis?
It is converted into acetyl CoA.
It is used to store energy.
It inhibits fatty acid synthesis.
It acts as a carbon donor.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many cycles are required to produce palmitate during fatty acid synthesis?
7 cycles
6 cycles
8 cycles
5 cycles
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