Fundamentals of Biochemistry: Life at the Molecular Level 5th Edition

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ISBN 13: 978-1-11891-840-1

Chapter 18 - Electron Transport and Oxidative Phosphorylation - Exercises - Page 627: 24

Answer

Hormones stimulate the release of fatty acids from stored triacylglycerols, which activates UCP1 and also provides the fuel whose oxidation yields electrons for the heat-generating electron transfer process. This cascade also amplifies the effect of the hormone.

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Hormones stimulate the release of fatty acids from stored triacylglycerols, which activates UCP1 and also provides the fuel whose oxidation yields electrons for the heat-generating electron transfer process. This cascade also amplifies the effect of the hormone.
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