If there is not enough carbohydrate available in cells to allow the acetyl-CoA to enter the citric acid cycle, it will be used to make ______.
A) chylomicrons
B) glucose
C) glycerol
D) ketones

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When there is not enough carbohydrate available in cells to allow the acetyl-CoA to enter the citric acid cycle, it undergoes ketogenesis and is converted into ketone bodies such as acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone. These are used by the body as an alternative fuel source, especially during prolonged periods of fasting, low-carbohydrate diets, or strenuous exercise.

If There Is Not Enough Carbohydrate Available in Cells to Allow