Which of the following does NOT serve as an intermediate in the biosynthesis of amino acids?
A) citrate
B) 2-oxoglutarate
C) pyruvate
D) 3-phosphoglycerate
E) pentose phosphate

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Citrate is primarily involved in the citric acid cycle and is not a direct intermediate in the biosynthesis of amino acids. The other options are intermediates in pathways that lead to amino acid synthesis.

Which of the Following Does NOT Serve as an Intermediate