Chapter 22.9, Problem 22.15Q

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The way the citric acid cycle serves as an amphibolic pathway has to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

The amphibolic pathway is the metabolic pathway that functions in catabolism as well as anabolism. Catabolism is a destructive process that involves the breakdown of large or complex molecules into small or simple molecules. On the other hand, anabolism is a constructive process. In this process, small molecules combine to form large molecules.