Many of the catabolic pathways converge to the common two-carbon intermediate:
A) alanine.
B) acetyl group of acetyl-CoA.
C) lactic acid.
D) glucose.
E) carbon dioxide.

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The acetyl group of acetyl-CoA is a common intermediate in many catabolic pathways, including the breakdown of fatty acids, amino acids, and carbohydrates. It is a highly energetic molecule and can be further oxidized in the citric acid cycle to generate ATP.

Many of the Catabolic Pathways Converge to the Common Two-Carbon