Answer to Question #293300 in Biochemistry for Perrie

Question

Which of the following statements about the pentose phosphate pathway is NOT true? (select one) 

a. the electron acceptor is NADP + 

b. gives precursors for the synthesis of NK, ATP, NAD +, coenzyme A, FAD, FMN 

c. is very active in rapidly dividing cells - bone marrow, skin, intestinal mucosa 

d. a major route for the breakdown of glucose in animal tissues 

Answer 1

b. gives precursors for the synthesis of NK, ATP, NAD +, coenzyme A, FAD, FMN