Gluconeogenesis
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Where does gluconeogenesis mainly occur in vertebrates?

  • Heart and lungs
  • Liver and cortex of the kidneys (correct)
  • Stomach and intestines
  • Brain and muscles
  • In which organisms does gluconeogenesis occur?

  • Animals and microorganisms only
  • Fungi and bacteria only
  • Plants, animals, fungi, bacteria, and microorganisms (correct)
  • Plants and animals only
  • When does gluconeogenesis occur in ruminants?

  • Only during intense exercise
  • Only during fasting
  • Regardless of fasting, low-carbohydrate diets, exercise, etc. (correct)
  • Only during low-carbohydrate diets
  • What are the substrates for gluconeogenesis from the breakdown of lipids?

    <p>Glycerol and odd-chain fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the substrates for gluconeogenesis in humans?

    <p>Non-carbohydrate sources that can be converted to pyruvate or intermediates of glycolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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