Match each of these descriptions with a process that occurs exclusively or predo
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Match each of these descriptions with a process that occurs exclusively or predominantly within the hepatocytes of the liver. Each answer may be used more than once, not all answers will be used. (/4 point each) a) -oxidation b) bile synthesis c) biotransformation d) glycogen formation e) glycolysis f) transamination g) urea formation converting amino acids to different amino acids converting drugs into inactive metabolites preparing fatty acids for entrance into cellular respiration pathways · ·Explanation / Answer
1. Transamination : It is a process which takes place in the liver to convert one amino acid into another by transferring amino group to a keto acid. It is an essential metabolic cascade that converts essential amino acids into non-essential ones. The process of transamination act as a precursor process for formation of urea as well.
Therefore, correct answer is f) transamination
2. Biotransformation: It is a metabolic process which occurs in the liver that leads conversion of a drug into water-soluble form by increasing its polarity. This process is essential before drug is excreted with urine or bile.
Therefore, correct answer is c) Biotransformation
3.Beta- oxidation: The sequential removal of two carbon compound cyclically in each step from a fatty acid in the form of acetyl-CoA. This takes place in the matrix of mitochondria, acetyl-CoA so formed is used to generate energy during oxidative phosphorylation in electron transport chain, an oxidative respiratory pathway.
Therefore, correct answer is a) Beta-oxidation.