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In cellular metabolism, the initial breakdown product of triglycerides is

A. Glycerol and fatty acids
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B. Amino acids and glycerol
C. Pyruvate and acetyl-CoA
D. Glycogen and glucose

📝 Explanation

Lipases hydrolyze triglycerides into glycerol and fatty acids.

📖 Additional Information

  • Glycerol and fatty acids
  • Amino acids and glycerol
  • Pyruvate and acetyl-CoA
  • Glycogen and glucose

Lipases hydrolyze triglycerides into glycerol and fatty acids.

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