Question

The levels of which metabolite determine whether acetyl COA can enter the citric acid cycle? a....

The levels of which metabolite determine whether acetyl COA can enter the citric acid cycle?

a. succinate

b. a-ketoglutarate

c. citrate

d. oxaloacetate

0 0
Add a comment Improve this question Transcribed image text
Answer #1

d. oxaloacetate

the first step is the transfer of two carbon acetyl groups from acetyl co-A to oxaloacetate to form citrate. if the relative level of oxaloacetate is less then acetyl COA will not enter the citric acid cycle.

Add a comment
Know the answer?
Add Answer to:
The levels of which metabolite determine whether acetyl COA can enter the citric acid cycle? a....
Your Answer:

Post as a guest

Your Name:

What's your source?

Earn Coins

Coins can be redeemed for fabulous gifts.

Not the answer you're looking for? Ask your own homework help question. Our experts will answer your question WITHIN MINUTES for Free.
Similar Homework Help Questions
ADVERTISEMENT
Free Homework Help App
Download From Google Play
Scan Your Homework
to Get Instant Free Answers
Need Online Homework Help?
Ask a Question
Get Answers For Free
Most questions answered within 3 hours.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT