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In the metabolism of amino acids for energy, what is the fate of the amino group?

a. excreted as urea
b. burned for energy
c. stored in the liver
d. converted to glucose

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In the metabolism of amino acids, they are broken down. Their components are used as a fuel source for the cells or used in the production of fatty acids. Then, they are stored in the adipose tissue or fat.

b. Burned for energy

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