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Nitrogen Disposal & Carbon Skeletons- AI Podcast

Nitrogen Disposal & Carbon Skeletons- AI Podcast

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The body cannot store excess amino acids, so they are used for protein synthesis or energy. During catabolism, nitrogen is converted into toxic ammonia, which the urea cycle safely removes. Remaining carbon skeletons are repurposed for fuel by producing glucose or acetyl CoA which are both catabolized to produce energy.

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