The Krebs cycle is also referred to as the 'Amphibolic Pathway' because it is involved in:
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Correct answer: Both catabolism and anabolism
It is catabolic because it breaks down acetyl groups to CO2, and anabolic because many of its intermediates (like alpha-ketoglutarate or OAA) are withdrawn for the synthesis of amino acids and other biomolecules.
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- Before entering the Krebs cycle, pyruvate undergoes oxidative decarboxylation to form which 2-carbon compound?
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- How many molecules of CO2 are released during one complete turn of the Krebs cycle?
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