Which statement below characterizes metabolic pathways?
A) They are a random sequences of reactions.
B) They are always biosynthetic.
C) They are always degradative.
D) They are enzyme-mediated sequences of reactions.
E) They are always linear reactions.

Question

Which statement below characterizes metabolic pathways?​
A) ​They are a random sequences of reactions.
B) ​They are always biosynthetic.
C) ​They are always degradative.
D) ​They are enzyme-mediated sequences of reactions.
E) They are always linear reactions.​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Metabolic pathways are enzyme-mediated sequences of reactions that occur within the cell to maintain homeostasis and provide energy. These pathways can either be biosynthetic (anabolic) or degradative (catabolic) depending on the type of reactions taking place. They are not random sequences of reactions and can be linear, branched, or cyclic.

Which Statement Below Characterizes Metabolic Pathways?​

Which Statement Below Characterizes Metabolic Pathways?