Fatty acids are released from adipocytes when: a. insulin levels are high. b. glycerol-3-phosphate levels are high. c. adipose ATP levels are high. d. blood glucose levels are low. e. none are true.

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Kash Russo

23 November, 17:32

Fatty acids are released from adipocytes when: a. insulin levels are high. b. glycerol-3-phosphate levels are high. c. adipose ATP levels are high. d. blood glucose levels are low. e. none are true.

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Johanna Murray · Answer 1

D) blood glucose levels are low

Explanation:

When glucose levels are low, glucagon levels increase. The glucagon will then bind to receptors on the adipose cells' surface, thus setting off further reactions which culminates in fatty acids being released from the cells. They will then flow through the circulatory system, where they will either bind to a protein in blood or be used by muscle tissue for energy.