A Final Common Product from Both Purine Degradation and Pyrimidine

question 14

Multiple Choice

A final common product from both purine degradation and pyrimidine degradation is

• A)uric acid.
• B)aspartate.
• C)ribose-1-phosphate.
• D)ribose-5-phosphate.
• E)malonyl-CoA.

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Definitions:

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Muscles

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Glycogen

A polysaccharide that serves as the primary form of energy storage in animals and fungi.

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Healthy fats found in olive oil, avocados, and some nuts, known for their ability to improve cholesterol levels and decrease heart disease risk.