BIOCHEM-ACHIEVE(FIRST DAY DISCOUNTED)
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Chapter 26, Problem 39P
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The 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA (HMG CoA) takes part in the production of cholesterol. Another pathway that involves the HMG CoA should be determined. Also, the factor that influences the pathway should be determined.
Concept introduction:
Cholesterol is a type of steroid. Cholesterol production starts with the help of Acetyl CoA (substrate as fatty acid synthesis). The steps for the biosynthesis of cholesterol are the formation of isoprene units, squalene formation and the cyclization of squalene.
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