What Is the Fate of CoA After It Delivers an Acetyl

question 10

Multiple Choice

What is the fate of CoA after it delivers an acetyl group into the citric acid cycle?

• A) It is used in protein synthesis.
• B) It remains in an inactive form until the cell dies.
• C) It is degraded and used for energy.
• D) It is recharged with another acetate.

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