Glycolysis and Enzyme Functions
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What is the role of phosphofructokinase (PFK) in glycolysis?

  • Catalyzes the oxidation of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate
  • Catalyzes the second irreversible step and traps carbohydrate (correct)
  • Transfers a phosphate group to ADP
  • Performs isomerization of dihydroxyacetone phosphate

    • The cleavage of fructose-1,6-bisphosphate results in the formation of one molecule of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate only.

    False

    What is formed by the oxidation of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate?

    1,3-bisphosphoglycerate

    The formation of glyceraldehyde 1,3-bisphosphate is linked by the formation of an energy-rich __________ in the active site of glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate dehydrogenase.

    <p>thioester</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following glycolysis steps with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Phosphorylation of fructose-6-phosphate = Formation of fructose-1,6-bisphosphate Cleavage of fructose-1,6-bisphosphate = Production of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate and dihydroxyacetone phosphate Oxidation of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate = Conversion to 1,3-bisphosphoglycerate Transfer of phosphate from 1,3-bisphosphoglycerate = Formation of 3-phosphoglycerate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one role of glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?

    <p>Protects against malaria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for cleaving glycogen during glycogen degradation?

    <p>Phosphorylase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glucose is oxidized during glycolysis to form pyruvate.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main products of glycolysis in terms of ATP and NADH?

    <p>2 ATP and 2 NADH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lactose intolerance occurs because individuals lack the enzyme ______.

    <p>lactase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following metabolic pathways with their associated monosaccharides:

    <p>Mannose metabolism = Mannose Fructose metabolism = Fructose Galactose metabolism = Galactose Glycogen degradation = Glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a deficiency in galactose 1-phosphate uridyl transferase?

    <p>Cirrhosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During glycolysis, ATP is consumed in the initial steps and produced in the later steps.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the importance of reaction 6 in glycolysis.

    <p>Conversion of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate to 1,3-bisphosphoglycerate produces NADH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is unique to gluconeogenesis and replaces the pyruvate kinase reaction of glycolysis?

    <p>Pyruvate carboxylase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gluconeogenesis is simply a reversed version of glycolysis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ΔG of glycolysis?

    <p>-74 kJ/mol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glycerol enters gluconeogenesis at __________.

    <p>dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following enzymes to their roles in gluconeogenesis:

    <p>Pyruvate carboxylase = Converts pyruvate to oxaloacetate PEP carboxykinase = Converts oxaloacetate to phosphoenolpyruvate Fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase = Converts fructose-1,6-bisphosphate to fructose-6-phosphate Glucose-6-phosphatase = Converts glucose-6-phosphate to glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is pyruvate carboxylase located within the cell?

    <p>Mitochondria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gluconeogenesis involves the change of substrates in three steps.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is used as a cofactor by pyruvate carboxylase?

    <p>biotin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many NTPs are needed to form glucose from pyruvate?

    <p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When glycolysis is active, gluconeogenesis is also turned on.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of pathways or cycles with their descriptions:

    <p>Glycolysis = Breakdown of glucose for energy Gluconeogenesis = Formation of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources Calvin Cycle = Uses NADPH to reduce carbon dioxide Pentose Phosphate Pathway = Produces NADPH and ribose 5-phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do glycolysis and gluconeogenesis have in common?

    <p>They are metabolic pathways that convert glucose and pyruvate, but function in opposite directions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of biotin in the carboxylation process?

    <p>It transports CO2 between active sites.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oxaloacetate is synthesized from pyruvate in the cytoplasm.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of fructose 1,6-bisphosphate to fructose 6-phosphate.

    <p>fructose 1,6-bisphosphatase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glucose 6-phosphate is converted into glucose by __________.

    <p>glucose 6-phosphatase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following processes with their respective locations:

    <p>Formation of oxaloacetate from pyruvate = Mitochondria Conversion of malate to oxaloacetate = Cytoplasm Hydrolysis of fructose 1,6-bisphosphate = Cytoplasm Generation of glucose from glucose 6-phosphate = Endoplasmic reticulum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the endoplasmic reticulum?

    <p>It transports glucose and Pi back into the cytoplasm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP) is synthesized directly from pyruvate.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of phosphoenolpyruvate in glycolysis?

    <p>It is a key intermediate that is metabolized in the reverse direction of glycolysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following monosaccharides is derived from lactose?

    <p>Galactose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glycolysis occurs in the mitochondria of the cell.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the end product of glycolysis?

    <p>pyruvate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glycogen is primarily stored in the __________.

    <p>liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following enzymes with their functions:

    <p>Sucrase = Breaks down sucrose into glucose and fructose Lactase = Hydrolyzes lactose into glucose and galactose Maltase = Converts maltose into two glucose molecules α-Dextrinase = Cleaves α-1,6-bonds in dextrins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pathway is primarily responsible for synthesizing glucose from non-carbohydrate precursors?

    <p>Gluconeogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fructose enters glycolysis directly without any modifications.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of glycolysis in cellular metabolism?

    <p>Energy production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glycolysis is activated when gluconeogenesis is also active.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ pathway primarily oxidizes glucose to generate NADPH.

    <p>pentose phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following organs with their role in the pentose phosphate pathway:

    <p>Liver = Major site of NADPH production Adipose tissue = Fatty acid synthesis Red Blood Cells = Maintaining reduced iron Mammary glands = Lactation-related biosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Calvin cycle and the pentose phosphate pathway are mirror images of each other.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which metabolic pathways does glucose participate in within the cell?

    <p>Glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, synthesis of glycogen, pentose phosphate pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits of glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?

    <p>Protection against malaria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hummingbirds primarily use proteins as their fuel source for energy production.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What pathway do hummingbirds utilize to produce NADPH that protects against oxidative damage?

    <p>Pentose phosphate pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The respiratory quotient (RQ) for hummingbirds using carbohydrates as fuel is ______.

    <p>greater than 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components with their functions:

    <p>NADPH = Protects against oxidative damage Pentose phosphate pathway = Generates NADPH and ribose Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) = Causes oxidative damage Respiratory Quotient (RQ) = Indicates fuel source efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of biotin in the process described?

    <p>It acts as a transport molecule for CO2.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oxaloacetate is generated by pyruvate carboxylase in the cytoplasm.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the enzyme that catalyzes the formation of glucose from glucose 6-phosphate.

    <p>Glucose 6-phosphatase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fructose 1,6-bisphosphate is converted to fructose 6-phosphate by __________.

    <p>fructose 1,6-bisphosphatase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Pyruvate Carboxylase = Enzyme that converts pyruvate to oxaloacetate Fructose 1,6-bisphosphatase = Catalyzes the conversion of fructose 1,6-bisphosphate to fructose 6-phosphate Glucose 6-phosphatase = Enzyme that converts glucose 6-phosphate to glucose Phosphoenolpyruvate Carboxykinase = Converts oxaloacetate to phosphoenolpyruvate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound is reduced to malate during the conversion process?

    <p>Oxaloacetate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glucose is formed exclusively in liver tissue from glucose 6-phosphate.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What transport process occurs when glucose 6-phosphate is dephosphorylated?

    <p>It is converted into glycogen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What substance accumulates in muscles during intense activity when oxygen is limited?

    <p>Lactic Acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glutathione is produced in the liver and is essential for the detoxification of harmful peroxides.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of NADPH in red blood cells?

    <p>To regenerate the reduced form of glutathione (GSH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People deficient in glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase can suffer from __________ after consuming fava beans.

    <p>hemolytic anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms to their definitions:

    <p>Glutathione (GSH) = Reduced form of glutathione. Oxidized glutathione (GSSG) = Form of glutathione after it has donated electrons. NADPH = A cofactor that provides reducing power. Heinz bodies = Aggregates formed in red blood cells lacking GSH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs in red blood cells when glutathione levels are insufficient?

    <p>Formation of Heinz bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency only affects individuals who consume fava beans.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Heinz bodies?

    <p>Clumps of denatured hemoglobin in red blood cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary product of the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway?

    <p>Ribose 5-phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The gluconolactonase reaction does not occur in the pentose phosphate pathway.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reaction is catalyzed by glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase?

    <p>Irreversible dehydrogenation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The conversion of ribulose-5-phosphate to xylulose-5-phosphate is catalyzed by __________.

    <p>phosphopentose epimerase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following enzymes to their corresponding reactions:

    <p>Phosphopentose isomerase = Converts ketose to aldose Transketolase = Transfers two-carbon units 6-Phosphogluconate dehydrogenase = Oxidative decarboxylation Transaldolase = Transfers three-carbon units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following steps is irreversible and highly regulated in the pentose phosphate pathway?

    <p>Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    NADP+ is a substrate for the glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase reaction.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the five main steps of the nonoxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway?

    <p>Phosphopentose isomerase, phosphopentose epimerase, transketolase, transaldolase, and an additional reaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason cataracts form in the eye?

    <p>Poorly metabolized galactitol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gluconeogenesis primarily occurs in the brain.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary fuel for the brain during fasting or starvation?

    <p>glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Galactose is converted to ________ during cataract formation.

    <p>galactitol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the metabolic process with its key characteristic:

    <p>Glycogenolysis = Breakdown of glycogen for energy Gluconeogenesis = Production of glucose from non-carbohydrate precursors Glycolysis = Conversion of glucose into pyruvate Pentose Phosphate Pathway = Generation of NADPH from glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metabolic pathway is compromised in individuals with glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?

    <p>Pentose Phosphate Pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hummingbirds use carbohydrates only as a fuel source with a respiratory quotient (RQ) less than 1.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NADPH protect against in the context of glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?

    <p>oxidative damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hummingbirds produce ATP to support muscle activity from __________ rich nectar.

    <p>carbohydrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following descriptions with the correct terms related to metabolic processes:

    <p>NADPH production = Protects against oxidative stress Pentose phosphate pathway = Compensates for RQ &gt; 1 Hummingbirds = Aerobic animals with high activity Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency = Protects against malaria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is considered the committed step in the pentose phosphate pathway?

    <p>Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The reaction catalyzed by gluconolactonase is only performed by the enzyme, and not uncatalyzed.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The enzyme that transfers two-carbon units in the pentose phosphate pathway is called __________.

    <p>Transketolase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is produced along with CO2 and NADPH during the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway?

    <p>D-Ribulose-5-P</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nonoxidative steps involve five distinct types of reactions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the two coenzymes involved in the nonoxidative steps of the pentose phosphate pathway.

    <p>Thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP) and Schiff base</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many NTPs are hydrolyzed to form glucose from pyruvate?

    <p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Glycolysis and gluconeogenesis can occur simultaneously in the cell.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary products generated by the pentose phosphate pathway?

    <p>NADPH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The pentose phosphate pathway provides a means for the metabolism of __________ sugars.

    <p>unusual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following metabolic processes with their outcomes:

    <p>Glycolysis = Produces pyruvate Gluconeogenesis = Produces glucose Pentose phosphate pathway = Generates NADPH Calvin cycle = Converts CO2 to hexoses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular locations are known for the occurrence of the pentose phosphate pathway?

    <p>Adipose tissue and red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Calvin cycle oxidizes glucose to carbon dioxide to generate NADPH.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List one organ where the pentose phosphate pathway is not present.

    <p>Skeletal muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gluconeogenesis results in an overall ΔG that is greater than zero.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step when pyruvate is converted to oxaloacetate in gluconeogenesis?

    <p>Carboxylation of pyruvate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The gluconeogenic pathway allows glycerol to enter at __________.

    <p>dihydroxyacetone phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the enzymes with their corresponding roles in gluconeogenesis:

    <p>Pyruvate carboxylase = Converts pyruvate to oxaloacetate PEP carboxykinase = Converts oxaloacetate to phosphoenolpyruvate Fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase = Converts fructose-1,6-bisphosphate to fructose-6-phosphate Glucose-6-phosphatase = Converts glucose-6-phosphate to glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gluconeogenesis retains all steps of glycolysis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does biotin play in the gluconeogenesis pathway?

    <p>Cofactor for pyruvate carboxylase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the pentose phosphate pathway (PPP)?

    <p>To generate NADPH and ribose-5-phosphate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The transaldolase reaction transfers a 3-carbon unit to an active-site lysine and then to the acceptor molecule.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major observation did Otto Warburg make in 1924 regarding cancer cells?

    <p>Cancer cells metabolize glucose mainly to lactate, even in the presence of oxygen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In red blood cells, lactate is produced under ______ conditions.

    <p>anaerobic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of the pentose phosphate pathway with their associated function:

    <p>NADPH = Biosynthesis Ribose-5-phosphate = Nucleotide synthesis Transketolase = 2-carbon transfer Transaldolase = 3-carbon transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is involved in converting erythose-4-P into an active substrate during the transaldolase reaction?

    <p>Lactate dehydrogenase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Higher organisms can produce ethanol from pyruvate due to the presence of pyruvate decarboxylase.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which metabolic pathway do cancer cells significantly utilize to meet their biosynthetic needs?

    <p>Pentose phosphate pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lactate produced in muscles during anaerobic conditions is transported to the ______ for conversion back to glucose.

    <p>liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is crucial for the two-carbon transfer in the transketolase reaction?

    <p>TPP (thiamine pyrophosphate)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Carbohydrate Metabolism

    • Carbohydrate metabolism encompasses the digestion, catabolism, and synthesis of carbohydrates in the body
    • Polysaccharide digestion breaks down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars
    • Glycolysis is the breakdown of glucose to pyruvate
    • Anaerobic conditions lead to pyruvate being converted either to lactate or ethanol (fermentation)
    • Other monosaccharides, such as galactose and fructose, can also be catabolized into glycolytic intermediates
    • Gluconeogenesis is the synthesis of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources
    • Pentose phosphate pathways generate NADPH and ribose 5-phosphate, crucial for various cellular processes like fatty acid and steroid synthesis, ribonucleotide production, and metabolism of unusual sugars.
    • Glycolysis is a series of 10 reactions, where glucose is converted into two pyruvates, NADH, and ATP
    • Glycolysis has an investment phase, and a payoff phase
    • Three possible fates of pyruvate: reduced to lactate, reduced to ethanol, or oxidized to CO2 and H2O (aerobic respiration via the citric acid cycle).
    • The fate of pyruvate varies based on the presence or absence of oxygen

    Glycolysis Pathways

    • Glycolysis has 10 steps/reactions. All cells carry out glycolysis but with different rates.
    • Investment phase converts glucose to two glyceraldehyde-3-P, then two-pyruvates
    • Paid off phase produces two pyruvates. Products: pyruvate, ATP, NADH
    • Glycolysis possible fate: Reduced to lactate, reduced to ethanol, oxidized to CO2 and H2O (if oxygen is present)

    Glycolysis Summary

    • One glucose yields 2 pyruvates, 2 NADH, and 2 ATP

    Fates of Pyruvate

    • In anaerobic conditions, pyruvate can be converted to lactate or ethanol
    • Alcoholic fermentation: pyruvate → acetaldehyde → ethanol + CO2
    • Lactic acid fermentation: pyruvate → lactate: key in anaerobic conditions in muscle cells

    NAD+ Regeneration

    • NAD+ is crucial for glycolysis to continue in anaerobic conditions
    • Pyruvate is converted to either lactate (in anaerobic conditions) or to acetyl CoA if oxygen is present to be further oxidized via the citric acid cycle.

    Other Monosaccharides' Pathways

    • Mannose is converted to fructose-6-phosphate before being involved in glycolysis
    • Fructose can enter the glycolytic pathway as fructose-6-phosphate.
    • Galactose can enter the glycolytic pathway.

    Glycogen Degradation

    • Glycogen is broken down by glycogen phosphorylase which catalyzes a phosphorolysis reaction (uses inorganic phosphate Pi).
    • No ATP is used in glycogen phosphorolysis
    • The product is glucose 1-phosphate, which is easily converted to glucose 6-phosphate.

    Lactose Intolerance

    • Lactose intolerance arises due to a deficiency in the lactase enzyme within the small intestines.
    • Lactase breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose.
    • Individuals without lactase encounter difficulties in digesting lactose.

    Galactose Metabolism

    • Galactose undergoes conversion to glucose via a series of enzymatic reactions: galactose → galactose-1-phosphate → glucose-1-phosphate.
    • Involves a series of enzymatic steps resulting in glucose 1-phosphate.

    The Warburg Effect

    • Rapidly proliferating cells, including cancer cells, preferentially metabolize glucose into lactate, even when oxygen (O2) is sufficient. This is due to the higher need for nucleotide synthesis.
    • The Warburg effect arises because cancer cells need more than ATP for growth and reproduction, including synthesizing nucleotides, amino acids, and lipids, which requires NADPH also generated by the pentose phosphate pathway

    Red Blood Cells (RBCs) and Glycolysis

    • RBCs lack mitochondria. Glycolysis is crucial for ATP production.
    • In the absence of oxygen, glucose is converted to lactate leading to lactic acid buildup.
    • The accumulation of lactate can lead to reduced pH.

    Fermentation

    • Production of ATP without oxygen
    • In higher organisms, lack of pyruvate decarboxylase in muscles leads to lactate formation during intensive activity.

    Preventing ROS

    • Glutathione (GSH) plays a crucial role in regulating harmful peroxides (reactive oxygen species, ROS) resulting from metabolic processes.
    • The oxidized form of glutathione (GSSG) can be reduced back to GSH using NADPH, which is generated via the pentose phosphate pathway.

    Glucose 6-phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency

    • Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency leads to a reduced amount of NADPH in red blood cells, increasing susceptibility to oxidative stress-related damage.
    • This deficiency makes red blood cells more susceptible to hemolysis (rupture) in response to certain drugs or fava beans, a type of food.

    Hummingbirds and the Pentose Phosphate Pathway

    • Hummingbirds' high metabolic activity results in increased ROS generation.
    • The pentose phosphate pathway is used to produce NADPH, which helps to protect against oxidative damage.
    • The high activity of this pathway, during nectar consumption to fuel muscle activity, results in a higher respiratory quotient (RQ).

    List of Phenomena to Explain

    • Pentose phosphate pathway regulation in different cells (e.g., epithelial, adipocytes, hepatocytes)
    • Warburg effect in cancer
    • Glycolysis in red blood cells (RBCs) and its effects on RBC function
    • Lactose intolerance
    • Fermentation related processes
    • Roles of glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase
    • Pentose phosphate pathway and intensive activity
    • Glycolysis regulation in muscle, liver
    • Reciprocal regulation of glycolysis and gluconeogenesis
    • Glycolysis and gluconeogenesis cooperation in a sprint
    • Trio phosphate isomerase deficiency
    • Pyruvate carboxylase deficiency

    Gluconeogenesis

    • A metabolic pathway that synthesizes glucose from non-carbohydrate precursors (e.g., lactate, amino acids, and glycerol).
    • Key substrates include lactate, amino acids, and glycerol.
    • The pathway mainly occurs in the liver, with some occurring in the kidney.
    • It plays a crucial role during fasting or starvation, providing glucose for energy-demanding cells.
    • The overall reaction is not the simple reversal of glycolysis, as it utilizes a different set of enzymes and has some steps that are highly unfavorable and thus need to be bypassed.

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