The Pentose Phosphate Pathway

question 32

Multiple Choice

The pentose phosphate pathway:

• A) is stimulated by NADH.
• B) is stimulated by NADPH.
• C) operates primarily in nondividing cells.
• D) is contained within the mitochondria of adipose cells.
• E) None of the above.

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