Multiple choice

The process of formation of non-essential amino acids from essential aminoacids and carbohydrates is known as

  1. oxidative deamination

  2. Transamination

  3. β-oxidation

  4. Glycogenolysis

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Transamination occurs when an amino acid is transferred from an essential amino acid to the appropriate keto acid to produce a nonessential amino acid.