Metabolic Response to FASTING Stored triglycerides are an important source of energy during fasting. As fasting is prolonged, the body adapts to use this form of energy in different ways. Which of the following statements correctly describes lipid metabolism during the fasting state?

During the TCA cycle, electrons from the oxidation of pyruvate (from glycolysis) are transferred to _______ and _______ which will deliver the electrons to the electron transport chain.

Lard is a solid fat composed mainly of saturated fatty acids (SFAs). What feature of SFAs contributes to the solidity of lard?

Individuals taking anticoagulants are often advised to avoid vitamin E supplements. What is the best explanation for this advice?

All of the following are acceptable uses of AI except: 

Listen to the MP3 Chapter Summary and then answer the following questions. Estimated time: 6 min, 52 sec.  

A nonessential amino acid is made __________.

Amino acids are bound together by a chemical bond known as a/an _______bond to form proteins.

In addition to calcium and vitamin D, vitamin K, phosphorus, and magnesium also play a role in bone health. Choose the statement about vitamin K, phosphorus, or magnesium that is not correct.

What compound carries the blueprint from DNA to the ribosomes during protein synthesis?