Biochemistry: Concepts and Connections (2nd Edition)
Biochemistry: Concepts and Connections (2nd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134641621
Author: Dean R. Appling, Spencer J. Anthony-Cahill, Christopher K. Mathews
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18, Problem 7P
Interpretation Introduction

(a) Interpretation:

The authenticity of the given statement should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Oxidative metabolism is a catabolic metabolism in which molecules are broken down and electrons are donated to generate ATP (energy). In this process, oxygen is used to make energy from carbohydrates.

Interpretation Introduction

(b) Interpretation:

The authenticity of the given statement should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Glutamine is a conditionally essential amino acid for the human body. The main storage site of glutamine is in the musculature, where 60% of the unbound amino acids are glutamine. The small percentage of muscle protein is made up of glutamine.

Interpretation Introduction

(c) Interpretation:

The authenticity of the given statement should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

There are two types of amino acid, essential and non-essential. Essential amino acids are those which are not synthesized by our body thus, it is required in the diet. Non-essential amino acids are synthesized within the body thus, they are not required in the diet.

Interpretation Introduction

(d) Interpretation:

The authenticity of the given statement should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

There are two types of amino acid, essential and non-essential. Essential amino acids are those which are not synthesized by our body thus, it is required in the diet. Non-essential amino acids are synthesized within the body thus, they are not required in the diet.

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