This molecule is the key branch point used to generate glucose from protein and fat metabolism. pyruvate oxaloacetate citrate fumarate

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**Question**: This molecule is the key branch point used to generate glucose from protein and fat metabolism.

- ○ pyruvate
- ○ oxaloacetate
- ○ citrate
- ○ fumarate

**Explanation**: The correct answer is **pyruvate**. Pyruvate acts as a crucial junction in metabolism, linking glycolysis to the citric acid cycle and serving as a substrate for gluconeogenesis. It plays an essential role in converting proteins and fats into glucose, supporting energy production and metabolic flexibility.
Transcribed Image Text:**Question**: This molecule is the key branch point used to generate glucose from protein and fat metabolism. - ○ pyruvate - ○ oxaloacetate - ○ citrate - ○ fumarate **Explanation**: The correct answer is **pyruvate**. Pyruvate acts as a crucial junction in metabolism, linking glycolysis to the citric acid cycle and serving as a substrate for gluconeogenesis. It plays an essential role in converting proteins and fats into glucose, supporting energy production and metabolic flexibility.
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