Urea is a By-Product of the Metabolism Of

Question

Urea is a by-product of the metabolism of
A)sugars.
B)fats.
C)cholesterol.
D)amino acids.

Accepted Answer

Urea is a by-product of the metabolism of amino acids. Specifically, the liver combines ammonia, which is produced when amino acids are broken down, with carbon dioxide to form urea. Urea is then excreted in urine.