The reactions in glycolysis are reversible,however,the conversion of pyruvate into acetyl CoA is irreversible in animal cells.Can fatty acids be converted back into carbohydrates?

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Fatty acids enter metabolism as acetyl CoA, which cannot be converted back into pyruvate or glucose. Therefore, the conversion of fatty acids into carbohydrates is not possible.

The Reactions in Glycolysis Are Reversible,however,the Conversion of Pyruvate into Acetyl