Fatty Acid Synthase (Part 1)

The video tutorial explores the mechanisms and biology of acetyl CoA carboxylase and fatty acid synthase, focusing on their roles in fatty acid biosynthesis. It compares beta oxidation with fatty acid synthesis, highlighting the reverse nature of the processes. The tutorial details the enzymatic steps involved in fatty acid synthesis, emphasizing the importance of NADPH and the acyl carrier protein. It also discusses the fatty acid elongation system for synthesizing longer fatty acids.

What is the role of acetyl CoA carboxylase in fatty acid synthesis?

Explain the significance of malonyl CoA in lipid biosynthesis.

Describe the function of fatty acid synthase and its importance in fatty acid biosynthesis.

What are the steps involved in the reverse process of beta oxidation during fatty acid synthesis?

How do the reactions of fatty acid synthesis relate to those of beta oxidation?

What is the significance of NADPH in the reactions catalyzed by fatty acid synthase?

Discuss the differences between fatty acid synthase and the fatty acid elongation system.

What is the process of substrate channeling in fatty acid synthase?

How does the acyl carrier protein (ACP) function in the fatty acid synthesis process?

Explain the role of beta keto acyl ACP synthase in the fatty acid synthesis pathway.