Anabolic and Catabolic Reactions in Eukaryotes Can Occur Simultaneously in Cells.This

question 79

Multiple Choice

Anabolic and catabolic reactions in eukaryotes can occur simultaneously in cells.This is possible because ________.

• A)they all occur in the cytosol
• B)the anabolic and catabolic pathways do not share any intermediate metabolites
• C)of the compartmentation of metabolites for the reactions of opposing pathways
• D)all catabolic reactions are exergonic and all anabolic reactions are endergonic

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Definitions:

Erythropoietin

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Platelet Plug

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Vasoconstriction

The constriction of blood vessels that elevates blood pressure and diminishes blood circulation to specific regions.

Thromboxane

Specific class of physiologically active fatty acid derivatives present in many tissues.