Biochemistry – MCQ 17 – Regarding synthesis of triacyl glycerol in adipose tissue, all of the following are true except?

Regarding synthesis of triacyl glycerol in adipose tissue, all of the following are true except:
A. Synthesis from Dihydroxyacetone phosphate
B. Enzyme Glycerol kinase plays an important role
C. Enzyme Glycerol 3 phosphate dehydrogenase plays an important role
D. Phosphatidate is hydrolyzed

Correct answer : B. Enzyme Glycerol kinase plays an important role

Glycerol kinase is not involved in the triglyceride synthesis in adipose tissue.

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srikanth nune January 31, 2011

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