The Digestion of Complex Carbohydrates Is an Example of

question 21

Multiple Choice

The digestion of complex carbohydrates is an example of

• A)anabolism.
• B)synthesis.
• C)absorption.
• D)catabolism.

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Definitions:

Pyruvate

A key intermediate in several metabolic pathways, it plays a crucial role in energy production in cells.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that carries energy within cells for metabolism.

NADH

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (reduced form), a coenzyme found in all living cells that plays a critical role in energy production through oxidation-reduction reactions.

Fermentation

Anaerobic breakdown of glucose that results in a gain of two ATP and end products such as alcohol and lactate; occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.