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When are fatty acids used instead of glucose

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Fatty acids are used when glucose is low. Fatty acids are nothing but lipids and glucose is carbohydrate. Carbohydrates are quick energy and when they run out, fatty acids (lipids) are used.
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fatty acid is a carboxylic acid
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