The Conversion of Pyruvic Acid to Acetyl-CoA Can Be Described

question 26

Multiple Choice

The conversion of pyruvic acid to acetyl-CoA can be described as ________, because a molecule of CO₂ is produced as a by-product.

• A) decarboxylation
• B) amination
• C) respiration
• D) oxidation
• E) phosphorylation

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