In this article we will discuss about the breakdown of fatty acids. Fats are found in dynamic state in plants, i.e., at one time they are synthesized; while at other time they break down to meet specific requirement of the cells. Active breakdown of fats (insoluble) takes place as follows: (i) During germination of fatty […]
Breakdown of Fatty Acids (With Diagram) | Plants
Article Shared by 
Top 14 Processes for Lipid Transportation in Human
Article Shared by 
The following points highlight the fourteen main processes to transport lipids in human. 1. The major plasma lipids do not circulate in the free form, rather free fatty acids (FFA) are bound to albumin, whereas cholesterol, triglycerides and phospholipids are transported in the form of lipoprotein complexes. The density of these lipoproteins is inversely proportional […]
Top 3 Systems for Fatty Acid Synthesis
Article Shared by
The following points highlight the top three systems for fatty acid synthesis. The systems are: 1. Mitochondrial System 2. Microsomal System for Chain Elongation 3. Extra Mitochondrial System for De NOVO Synthesis. Fatty Acid Synthesis System # 1. Mitochondrial System: a. Mitochondria catalyze the incorporation of acetyl-CoA into long chain fatty acids under anaerobic conditions. […]
This is a question and answer forum for students, teachers and general visitors for exchanging articles, answers and notes. Answer Now and help others.
Answer Now
Answer Now
Here's how it works:
- Anybody can ask a question
- Anybody can answer
- The best answers are voted up and rise to the top
Powered by WordPress. Designed by 