Question

Which of the following are catabolised by humans and apes, to produce uric acid?

• A. Carbohydrates
• B. Lipids
• C. Nucleic acids
• D. Vitamins

Answer 1

The correct option is C Nucleic acids

Nucleic acids are catabolized by humans and apes, to produce uric acid. Uric acid is the final oxidation product of purine metabolism in humans and primates, while in other mammals enzyme urate oxidase further oxidizes it to allantoin.

So, the correct answer is 'Nucleic acid'.