Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol within the adipocyte?
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Correct answer: Hormone-sensitive lipase
Hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL) is activated by norepinephrine and epinephrine during periods of fasting or stress. It mobilizes stored fat by cleaving triglycerides into components that can enter the bloodstream.
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