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Glucose metabolism occurs only in cells with mitochondria.
Glucose metabolism occurs only in cells with mitochondria.
False
Lactic acid is formed in the mitochondria during anaerobic conditions.
Lactic acid is formed in the mitochondria during anaerobic conditions.
False
Glycolysis results in the formation of 4 molecules of ATP.
Glycolysis results in the formation of 4 molecules of ATP.
False
The conversion of pyruvate into acetyl CoA occurs in the cytoplasm.
The conversion of pyruvate into acetyl CoA occurs in the cytoplasm.
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Glycolysis is the central pathway for the anabolism of glucose.
Glycolysis is the central pathway for the anabolism of glucose.
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What is the primary purpose of gluconeogenesis?
What is the primary purpose of gluconeogenesis?
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Which tissue(s) primarily rely on glucose for energy?
Which tissue(s) primarily rely on glucose for energy?
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Where does the biosynthesis of glucose primarily occur?
Where does the biosynthesis of glucose primarily occur?
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Which molecule is a major precursor for gluconeogenesis?
Which molecule is a major precursor for gluconeogenesis?
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What is the metabolic cost of producing glucose through gluconeogenesis?
What is the metabolic cost of producing glucose through gluconeogenesis?
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