What Is a Major Function of the Hexose Monophosphate Shunt

question 40

Multiple Choice

What is a major function of the hexose monophosphate shunt?

• A) produces pentoses
• B) produces ADP
• C) produces NADH
• D) pathway for glucuronic acid synthesis
• E) None of the above is correct.

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