Essential Biochemistry - Lipid Metabolism (Section 3 - No. 2)

What is the role of carnitine in the transport of fatty acids?
It activates fatty acids
It transports fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane
It is a precursor for fatty acid synthesis
It inhibits beta-oxidation

Explanation

Carnitine is a carrier molecule that transports fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane.

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