MDCAT Biology MCQ #283

During the catabolism of a triglyceride, the resulting long-chain fatty acids are broken down to enter the aerobic pathway. Which molecule is formed?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #283

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the catabolism of a triglyceride, the resulting long-chain fatty acids are broken down to enter the aerobic pathway. Which molecule is formed?

    • A) Pyruvate
    • B) Acetyl-CoA
    • C) Oxaloacetate
    • D) Citrate

    Answer: Acetyl-CoA

    Explanation: Fatty acids enter the Krebs cycle as Acetyl-CoA; pyruvate is tempting but it is the end product of glycolysis.