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Explain how amino acids can be used a source ofenergy, and outline how ammonia is detoxified.

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Amino acids are broken down to form energy generating compoundsGlucogenic amino acids like alanine serine glycine are converted into glucosewhich is then used as energy source by the bodyAnother way of using amino acids as energy source involves    See Answer
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