NEET Biology question

Krebs' cycle is also called a metabolic sink as it is a common pathway for breakdown of

(A)Carbohydrates, fats and proteins (amino acids)Correct
(B)Carbohydrates and fats only
(C)Carbohydrates and organic acids only
(D)Proteins and fats only

Answer: (A)

Solution

Carbohydrates (via pyruvate/acetyl-CoA), fats (via glycerol and fatty acid β-oxidation/acetyl-CoA), and proteins (via amino acid carbon skeletons entering at

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