Beta-oxidation is the major pathway by which fatty acids are
metabolized. However, there are other minor pathways for fatty acid
metabolized. These include alpha-oxidation (for branched fatty
acids) and omega-oxidation.
Beta-oxidation is the major pathway by which fatty acids are
metabolized. However, there are other minor pathways for fatty acid
metabolized. These include alpha-oxidation (for branched fatty
acids) and omega-oxidation.
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carboxyl group
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Fatty acids with double bonds between some of their carbons are
referred to as unsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids tend be
remain in liquid form at room temperature.