Biochemistry: AIIMS MAY 2003 Q8

Q-112. Acetyl Co-A acts as a substrate for all the enzymes except:
a) HMG-Co A synthetase
b) Malic enzyme
c) Malonyl Co A synthetase
d) Fatty acid synthetase

Answer: Malic enzyme
Explanation:
Coenzyme-A is a coenzyme, notable for its role in the synthesis and oxidation of fatty acids, and the oxidation of pyruvate in the citric acid cycle.
Acetyl Co-A acts as a substrate for the enzymes:
HMG-Co A synthetase
Malonyl Co A synthetase
Fatty acid synthetase