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Decomposition of fat
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lipolysis
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Wikipedia
Word definitions in Wikipedia
Lipolysis is the breakdown of lipids and involves hydrolysis of triglycerides into glycerol and free fatty acids . The following hormones induce lipolysis: glucagon , epinephrine , norepinephrine , ghrelin , growth hormone , testosterone , and cortisol ...
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. 1 (context organic chemistry English) The hydrolysis of lipids 2 (context biochemistry English) The reverse of lipogenesis in which stored fat is broken down
Usage examples of lipolysis.
I mean, lipolysis and pupil dilation isn’t usually fatal, but what about constricting of blood vessels?
I mean, lipolysis and pupil dilation isnt usually fatal, but what about constricting of blood vessels?