Chapter 12, Problem 12.4EP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To determine the difference between a linear and cyclic metabolic pathway.

Concept introduction: In the human body, all the metabolic reaction occur in consecutive order known as a metabolic pathway. Metabolic pathways can be classified into two types: Linear metabolic pathway and cyclic metabolic pathway.

In a linear metabolic pathway, the final product is obtained through a series of a metabolic reaction. On another hand, in a cyclic metabolic pathway, there is a cycle in which starting reactant is produced at the end.