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I've stated that acetyl-CoA is perhaps the most central compound to our metabolic processes. Explain why I would make such a bold statement in the context of the metabolic processes we've covered so far.

I've stated that acetyl-CoA is perhaps the most central compound to our metabolic processes. Explain why I would make such a bold statement in the context of the metabolic processes we've covered so far.

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**Text:** I've stated that acetyl-CoA is perhaps the most central compound to our metabolic processes. Explain why I would make such a bold statement in the context of the metabolic processes we've covered so far. --- **Additional Information:** This image consists of a prompt asking students to reflect on the significance of acetyl-CoA in metabolism. There's a space provided for students to write their responses, but no graphs or diagrams are present.
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Biomolecules are organic molecules made up of mainly carbon and hydrogen but there are other elements present in them. Those biomolecules that bind to a few enzymes at their active site to help them in catalyzing the chemical reaction are a coenzyme. These molecules also work as intermediate carriers.

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