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ketone bodies formed when amount of acetyl-CoA produced is excessive compared to the amount of oxaloacetateavailable to react with it.

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Ketones are formed by oxidising secondary alcohols.

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Yes, ketones are formed when fatty acids are broken down for energy in the

liver and kidneys. See: "Ketone Bodies" at Wikipedia

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