Biochemistry
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Author: Reginald H. Garrett, Charles M. Grisham
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Chapter 19, Problem 7P
Interpretation Introduction
To justify:
The molecules that undergo a net oxidation.
Introduction:
Isomerization is the conversion of citrate to isocitrate.
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