The page provides an in-depth overview of fermentation, particularly focusing on the biochemical pathways and mechanisms involved. It covers the conversion of pyruvate to lactate by lactate dehydrogen...The page provides an in-depth overview of fermentation, particularly focusing on the biochemical pathways and mechanisms involved. It covers the conversion of pyruvate to lactate by lactate dehydrogenase, highlighting its importance in regenerating NAD??? for glycolysis in anaerobic conditions. The document also explores ethanol fermentation in yeast, detailing the roles of pyruvate decarboxylase and alcohol dehydrogenase.
This page discusses urea as the main nitrogenous waste in mammals, derived from amino acid deamination and processed through the urea cycle in the liver. It highlights conditions like ornithine transc...This page discusses urea as the main nitrogenous waste in mammals, derived from amino acid deamination and processed through the urea cycle in the liver. It highlights conditions like ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency, which can elevate ammonia levels. The page also mentions uric acid, stemming from nucleic acid metabolism, which can lead to gout and kidney stones but has antioxidant properties. Unlike most mammals, humans do not produce uricase, making them more susceptible to gout.
