Before an Amino Acid Can Be Broken Down for Energy

question 40

Multiple Choice

Before an amino acid can be broken down for energy:

• A) the side chain must be removed.
• B) the carboxyl group must be removed.
• C) it must be converted to NAD⁺.
• D) the amino group must be removed.
• E) it must be phosphorylated.

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