Question

question 22
2 points
intermediates from the krebs cycle can be converted to amino acids by the process of
a beta oxidation
b gluconeogenesis
c deamination
d phosphorylation
e amination

Explanation:

• Beta oxidation: Breaks down fatty acids, not related to converting Krebs cycle intermediates to amino acids.
• Gluconeogenesis: Synthesizes glucose from non - carbohydrate sources, not relevant here.
• Deamination: Removes amino groups from amino acids (opposite of what's needed).
• Phosphorylation: Adds phosphate groups, not involved in this conversion.
• Amination: Adds an amino group (\(-NH_2\)) to a molecule. Krebs cycle intermediates (like alpha - ketoglutarate) can undergo amination (e.g., adding an amino group) to form amino acids (e.g., glutamate from alpha - ketoglutarate).

Answer:

E. amination