MCAT Question of the Day


  • Q:

    Which of the following is NOT correct in regard to fatty acid transport into the mitochondrial matrix?

     

    A

    Fatty acid transport into the mitochondrial matrix is the rate-limiting step in beta oxidation.

    B

    The inner mitochondrial membrane is impermeable to fatty acyl CoA.

    C

    A specialized carrier system transports activated fatty acids from the cytosol to mitochondria.

    D

    Fatty acyl groups that enter the matrix are not committed to oxidation to acetyl-CoA.



    Citric Acid Cycle | Metabolism of Fatty Acids and Proteins | Membrane Transport and Signalling |
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