All of the nonessential amino acids can be synthesized in the body by transamination, using an amino group from
B) lactic acid.
C) glutamate.
D) pyruvate.
E) oxaloacetate.

Question

All of the nonessential amino acids can be synthesized in the body by transamination, using an amino group from
B) lactic acid. 
C) glutamate. 
D) pyruvate. 
E) oxaloacetate.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Glutamate is a key intermediate in amino acid metabolism, and it can donate its amino group in transamination reactions to synthesize nonessential amino acids. Therefore, choice C is the best choice.

All of the Nonessential Amino Acids Can Be Synthesized in the Body