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* Trioses serve as metabolic intermediates in various different metabolic pathways such as glycolysis, [[gluconeogenesis]], and the [[pentose phosphate pathway]]. |
* Trioses serve as metabolic intermediates in various different metabolic pathways such as glycolysis, [[gluconeogenesis]], and the [[pentose phosphate pathway]]. |
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* Trioses contribute to the synthesis of essential biomolecules including lipids, amino |
* Trioses contribute to the synthesis of essential biomolecules including lipids, [[amino acid]]s, nucleotides, and carbohydrates. |
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* Trioses are small carbon molecules and can therefore be easily modified into various molecules. |
* Trioses are small carbon molecules and can therefore be easily modified into various molecules. |
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Revision as of 21:16, 12 May 2024
A triose is a monosaccharide, or simple sugar, containing three carbon atoms. There are only three possible trioses: the two enantiomers of glyceraldehyde, which are aldoses; and dihydroxyacetone, a ketose which is symmetrical and therefore has no enantiomers.[1]
Trioses are important in cellular respiration. During glycolysis, fructose-1,6-bisphosphate is broken down into glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate and dihydroxyacetone phosphate. Lactic acid and pyruvic acid are later derived from these molecules.[2]
Importance of Triose in the Body
- Trioses serve as metabolic intermediates in various different metabolic pathways such as glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, and the pentose phosphate pathway.
- Trioses contribute to the synthesis of essential biomolecules including lipids, amino acids, nucleotides, and carbohydrates.
- Trioses are small carbon molecules and can therefore be easily modified into various molecules.
References
- ^ "Trioses - Three Carbon Sugars". Oxford University Press. Retrieved 2011-07-10.
- ^ "Glycolysis in Detail". Ohio State University at Mansfield. Retrieved 2011-07-10.