Lipid Biosynthesis | Fatty Acid Biosynthesis 2: Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase

The video explains the process of fatty acid synthesis, focusing on how acetyl CoA is converted into malonyl CoA through the enzyme acetyl CoA carboxylase. It details the bifunctional nature of the enzyme, involving biotin carboxylase and transcarboxylase activities. The video also introduces fatty acid synthase, which uses malonyl CoA to synthesize fatty acids, adding two carbons at a time up to a maximum of 16 carbons. Future videos will cover the regulation of fatty acid synthesis.

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

Describe the two activities of the acetyl CoA carboxylase enzyme.

What is the significance of malonyl CoA in fatty acid synthesis?

Explain the process of converting acetyl CoA into malonyl CoA.

How does the regulation of acetyl CoA carboxylase affect fatty acid synthesis?