how-does-the-citric-acid-cycle-contribute-to-the-synthesis-of-pyrimidines

Question

How does the citric acid cycle contribute to the synthesis of pyrimidines?

Accepted Answer

Through the conversion of oxaloacetate to aspartate, which is a precursor for pyrimidine synthesis

Answer

Through the conversion of succinyl CoA to pyrimidines

Answer

By using fumarate as a direct precursor

Answer

By directly converting citrate into pyrimidines