Lipid Biosynthesis | Fatty Acid Biosynthesis 3: Fatty Acid Synthase

The video tutorial explains the process of fatty acid synthesis, highlighting its separation from catabolism in the mitochondria. It compares the steps of beta oxidation with fatty acid synthesis, emphasizing the role of acyl carrier protein and the importance of NADPH. The tutorial details the cycle of chain elongation using malonyl CoA and explains the differences between saturated and unsaturated fatty acid synthesis, including the role of elongase for longer chains.

Discuss the importance of NADPH in the fatty acid synthesis process.

What limitations does fatty acid synthase have in terms of fatty acid length?

Explain the role of elongase in fatty acid synthesis beyond 16 carbons.

What are the steps involved in the condensation reaction during fatty acid synthesis?