Inside the Matrix of the Mitochondria, Pyruvate

question 122

Multiple Choice

Inside the matrix of the mitochondria, pyruvate

• A) is converted to acetyl CoA which requires energy from an NADH.
• B) gains a carbon in its conversion to acetyl CoA.
• C) requires the vitamin pantothenic acid for its conversion to acetyl CoA.
• D) is converted to lactate under anaerobic conditions.

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