Essential Biochemistry - Carbohydrate Metabolism (Section 2 - No. 25)
What is the primary role of the pentose phosphate pathway (PPP) in the cell?
Production of ATP for energy
Synthesis of fatty acids and steroids
Production of NADPH and ribose-5-phosphate
Glycogen synthesis
Explanation
The PPP is primarily responsible for the production of NADPH and ribose-5-phosphate.
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