The citric acid cycle oxidizes pyruvate,and some of the pathway intermediates are starting materials for many biosynthetic pathways.This means that the citric acid cycle is ________.
A)amplifying
B)catabolic
C)anabolic
D)amphibolic

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The citric acid cycle is amphibolic, which means it is both catabolic (breaking down molecules to release energy) and anabolic (using energy to build molecules). It breaks down pyruvate (catabolic), while also providing intermediates for biosynthesis (anabolic).

The Citric Acid Cycle Oxidizes Pyruvate,and Some of the Pathway