Which Statement Concerning the Stages of Catabolism Is FALSE

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning the stages of catabolism is FALSE?

• A)The primary function of digestion is to break down large food molecules into smaller ones that can be absorbed by the blood.
• B)The primary function of Stage II is to produce NADH and FADH₂ for the citric acid cycle.
• C)Most food molecules enter Stage III of catabolism in the form of acetyl CoA.
• D)The primary function of the citric acid cycle in Stage III is to oxidize acetyl groups to CO₂,and provide reduced coenzymes for the synthesis of ATP.
• E)The primary function of electron transport and oxidative phosphorylation is to oxidize NADH and FADH₂,and provide energy for the production of ATP.

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Periods

Distinct spans of time marked by specific events, conditions, or characteristics.

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, increased brain activity, and vivid dreams.

NREM Sleep

Non-Rapid Eye Movement sleep, a restorative sleep phase that includes stages 1 through 3, each deeper than the last.

Cycles

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