Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073402435
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-243-7

Chapter 8 - Microbial Metabolism - 8.4 Biosynthesis and the Crossing Pathways of Metabolism - 8.4 Learning Outcomes-Assess Your Progress - Page 226: 18

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Amphibolism refers to the sum of metabolic pathways leading to both anabolism and catabolism. An example of an amphibolic process is beta oxidation of lipids by the liver.

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Amphibolism refers to the sum of metabolic pathways leading to both anabolism and catabolism. An example of an amphibolic process is beta oxidation of lipids by the liver.
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