Lipids and Metabolism Practice Test

The process of glycolysis is used by all cells of the body to turn glucose into ATP for cellular energy. When stores of glucose are low, however, the body can break down a form of stored glucose in the liver to increase glucose reserves. The supply of glycogen is limited, and eventually the body must break down free fatty acids (FFAs) through a process called beta-oxidation.

What is the end-product of beta-oxidation?

The process of glycolysis is used by all cells of the body to turn glucose into ATP for cellular energy. When stores of glucose are low, however, the body can break down a form of stored glucose in the liver to increase glucose reserves. The supply of glycogen is limited, and eventually the body must break down free fatty acids (FFAs) through a process called beta-oxidation.

Which organ in the body cannot perform beta-oxidation, thus requiring the use of ketone bodies when stores of glucose are depleted?