Chapter 24, Problem 24.16E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hydrogen-transporting coenzymes that play important roles in the oxidation of fatty acids are to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Fatty acids that enter tissue cells cannot be oxidized to produce energy until they pass through the mitochondrial membrane. This cannot occur until the fatty acid is converted into fatty acyl $\text{CoA}$ by reaction with co-enzyme $\text{A}$.