Which of the Following Is Not a Reaction Occurring During

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reaction occurring during oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate?

• A) Removal of CO₂.
• B) Oxidation of an acetate group.
• C) Addition of Coenzyme A to a 2-carbon fragment.
• D) Reduction of NAD⁺
• E) All of these reactions take place during oxidative decarboxylation.

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