Nutrition
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Author: Sizer, Frances Sienkiewicz., WHITNEY, Ellie
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Chapter 10, Problem 19SC
Summary Introduction
Concept Introduction:
Carnitine is an amino acid derivative which provides energy by burning fats in the mitochondria.
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