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The role of lysosomes in the
Concept Introduction:
Lipoproteins are a biochemical assembly that contains both proteins and lipids, bound to the proteins, which allow fats to move through the water inside and outside cells.
Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) are characterized by a density of
High-density lipoproteins (HDLs), are involved in cholesterol transport and also VLDL and chylomicron metabolism. Density ranges between
Metabolism: The process by which living organisms synthesize energy they required is known as metabolism.
Protein catabolism: It is defined as breakdown of proteins into smaller units that is into amino acids gets transported finally
Lipid Metabolism: It is defined as breakdown of carbohydrates and synthesized into fats.
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