Metabolism Pathways Quiz

Which process involves the release of energy through oxidative processes and the breakdown of complex molecules?

What type of pathway involves the synthesis of larger compounds from smaller precursors and requires energy?

Which of the following is an example of an indigestible polysaccharide present in dietary fiber?

Which enzyme is responsible for cleaving starch and glycogen in the mouth during the digestion of carbohydrates?

Anabolic pathways involve the breakdown of complex molecules and release energy

Which metabolic pathway serves as the link between anabolic and catabolic pathways?

Salivary α-amylase cleaves starch and glycogen by breaking down α-1-4 linkages between glucose residues

The citric acid cycle is the final common pathway for carbohydrate metabolism

The citric acid cycle is an example of an amphibolic pathway

The synthesis of larger compounds from smaller precursors in anabolic pathways requires energy provided by breaking down ATP to ADP + Pi

Anabolic pathways involve the synthesis of larger (complex) compounds from smaller precursors and require the breakdown of ATP to ADP + Pi for energy

The citric acid cycle is an example of a purely catabolic pathway

Catabolic pathways involve the synthesis of larger compounds from smaller precursors and require energy provided by breaking down ATP to ADP + Pi

Dietary fiber includes small amounts of free glucose and fructose

The citric acid cycle serves as the link between anabolic and catabolic pathways in metabolism