Calculate the total ATP produced by the complete oxidation of a triglyceride composed of three palmitic acids in the liver. Be sure to indicate the specific steps involved and their corresponding ATP (or ATP equivalent).
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Calculate the total ATP produced by the complete oxidation of a triglyceride composed of three palmitic acids in the liver. Be sure to indicate the specific steps involved and their corresponding ATP (or ATP equivalent).
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