Questions and Answers
What are the two classes of waste products of protein metabolism?
Nitrogenous and non-nitrogenous
Which waste products are considered non-nitrogenous?
Carbon dioxide and water
What is the major nitrogenous waste product in the body?
Urea
Where is urea formed in the body?
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What is the first step in the metabolism of most amino acids?
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How are the carbon skeletons from the majority of amino acids degraded?
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What term is used for amino acids that can give rise to blood glucose via the gluconeogenic pathway?
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Why are some amino acids termed 'glycogenic'?
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What is the function of the kidneys in excreting protein waste products?
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