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317: Beyond the Basics: Everything You Need to Know About Metabolism

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Understanding the Krebs Cycle and Metabolic Pathways

The chapter delves into the intricacies of the citric acid cycle and metabolic pathways, discussing the conversion of molecules like pyruvate to acetyl CoA in energy production. It highlights the importance of NAD and FAD as electron carriers in processes like glycolysis and oxidative phosphorylation, emphasizing the continuous conversion of molecules to sustain energy during physical exertion. The discussion also covers the breakdown of fats into acetyl-coA for ATP production and the basics of the electron transport chain.

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