Essential Biochemistry - Lipid Metabolism (Section 4 - No. 38)

What is the primary function of the enzyme acyl-CoA synthetase?
Transports fatty acids into the mitochondria.
Activates fatty acids by converting them to acyl-CoA.
Catalyzes the first step of β-oxidation.
Synthesizes fatty acids.

Explanation

Acyl-CoA synthetase activates fatty acids by converting them to acyl-CoA.

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