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(a)
Interpretation:
The ball and stick model of B is to be converted into its structural formula. Also, the name of B is to be given which is the intermediate of glycolysis.
Concept Introduction:
The glycolysis is the first step in the breakdown of glucose to pyruvate resulting in the release of energy in the form of ATP.
(b)
Interpretation:
The immediate precursor of B in glycolysis is to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
The glycolysis is the first step in the breakdown of glucose to pyruvate resulting in the release of energy in the form of ATP.
(c)
Interpretation:
The compound formed from B in glycolysis is to be explained.
Concept Introduction:
The glycolysis is the first step in the breakdown of glucose to pyruvate resulting in the release of energy in the form of ATP.
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