Which of the Following Describes a Use for Acetyl-CoA as an Important

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a use for acetyl-CoA as an important intermediate in metabolism?

• A) Breakdown to CO₂ and water, yielding much energy.
• B) Synthesis of terpenes and steroids.
• C) Synthesis of oxaloacetate in plants.
• D) Synthesis of fatty acids.
• E) All of these are reasons why acetyl-CoA is a central molecule in metabolism.

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