Regarding HMP shunt all of the following are true, EXCEPT:
The oxidative phase generates NADPH and the non oxidative phase generates pyruvate. The oxidative phase generated NADPH, however the Non oxidative phase generates Ribose precursors that are required for nucleic acid biosynthesis. Ref: Lippincott's Biochemistry 3rd Edition, Page 144, 153; Text Book of Biochemistry By Dr. G. R. Agarwal, Dr. O. P. Agarwal, Dr. (Mrs) Kiran Agarwal, Page 133.
Occurs in the cytosol
No ATP is produced in the cycle
It is active in Adipose tissue, Liver and Gonads
The oxidative phase generates NADPH and the Non oxidative phase generates pyruvate