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What is the source of nitrogen compounds in metabolic wastes?
Options
A Breakdown of carbohydrates
B Breakdown of amino acids
Correct Answer
C Cellular respiration
D Synthesis of bile
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Nitrogen compounds such as ammonia, urea, and uric acid are produced by the breakdown of amino acids. The amino group removed during deamination is converted to nitrogenous waste.

Hint

These wastes come from the catabolism of protein building blocks.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1920 of 2214
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