Question

long chain fatty acids penetrate the inner mitochondria membrane​

Answer 1

Answer:

Involvement of carnitine in the entry of free fatty acids into the inner mitochondrial space. Fatty acids are combined with coenzyme A in a reaction that effectively costs 2 ATP molecules per reaction. The fatty acyl CoA is then converted to fatty acyl carnitine, which can penetrate the inner mitochondrial membrane.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Fatty acids are formed from triglycerides by the action of lipases which may be of varied origins such as muscle tissues and various microorganisms.

From: Encyclopedia of Food Microbiology,1999

Related terms:

Amino Acid

Lipid

Enzyme

Protein

Insulin

Triacylglycerol

Cholesterol

Glucose

Insulin Resistance