Question

select all that apply
lipoprotein lipase breaks triglycerides into ______. more than one answer may be correct.

• high - density lipoproteins
• chylomicrons
• free fatty acids
• glycerol

Explanation:

Lipoprotein lipase is an enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of triglycerides. Triglycerides are composed of a glycerol molecule bound to three fatty acid chains; the enzyme cleaves these bonds to release the components. High-density lipoproteins and chylomicrons are lipoprotein particles that transport lipids, not products of triglyceride breakdown.

Answer:

• free fatty acids
• glycerol