What is the importance of the citric acid cycle? Why might we say it lies \"at t

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What is the importance of the citric acid cycle? Why might we say it lies "at the heart" of catabolism? As always, chose the single best answer. Read all answers carefully before choosing the best one.

A. The CAC processes a breakdown product of carbohdyrates such as glucose, leading to synthesis of a large amount of ATP.

B. The CAC processes a breakdown product of fatty acids, leading to synthesis of a large amount of ATP.

C. The CAC processes a breakdown product of catabolism of some amino acids, leading to synthesis of a large amount of ATP.

D. The CAC processes breakdown products from carbohydrate, fatty acids, and some amino acids.

Explanation / Answer

B. The CAC processes a breakdown product of fatty acids, leading to synthesis of a large amount of ATP

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