Question

Which of the following statements are true for \(\omega\) (omega) oxidation of fatty acids in mammalian tissue?
A. Introduces a hydroxyl group on to \(\omega\) (omega) carbon in the first step of \(\omega\)-oxidation
B. \(\omega\)-Oxidation occurs in mitochondrial matrix
C. \(\omega\)-Oxidation is a minor pathway for fatty acid oxidation in normal mammalian cell
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A only
• B. A and B only
• C. A and C only
• D. B and C only

Hint:

\(\omega\)-Oxidation:
Occurs in ER.
Minor pathway.
Oxidizes the terminal carbon (omega) of fatty acids.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Omega oxidation is an alternative pathway for fatty acid oxidation.
It occurs in the endoplasmic reticulum.

Step 2: Key Formula or Approach:
No specific formula.
Need to understand \(\omega\)-oxidation.

Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
A. \(\omega\)-Oxidation introduces a hydroxyl group on the \(\omega\)-carbon - correct.
B. \(\omega\)-Oxidation occurs in the endoplasmic reticulum, not mitochondrial matrix - incorrect.
C. \(\omega\)-Oxidation is a minor pathway in normal cells - correct.
Thus, A and C are correct.

Step 4: Final Answer:
The correct statements are A and C.
Hence, the correct option is (C).