All of the following are true regarding aerobic energy production EXCEPT:

1.the conversion of pyruvate to fatty acids and ATP requires oxygen.
2.fatty acids are used to fuel low- and moderate-intensity exercise.
3.less ATP is delivered by the breakdown of fatty acids than glucose.
4.energy formation from fatty acids is unlimited in the presence of oxygen.


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