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Catabolic and anabolic pathways are often coupled in the cell because(a) Both the paths have the same energy.(b) The free energy released from one pathway is used to drive another.(c) The intermediates of a catabolic pathway are used in the anabolic pathway.(d) Their enzymes are controlled by their activators and inhibitors.

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Catabolic and anabolic pathways are often coupled in the cell because:

(b) The free energy released from one pathway is used to drive another.

This coupling is crucial for the efficient functioning of cellular metabolism. Catabolic pathways break down molecules and release energy, typically in the form of ATP, which is then used to power anabolic pathways that build up molecules. This relationship ensures that the energy released from the breakdown of molecules can be harnessed and utilized for the synthesis of new molecules, maintaining a balance within the cell.