The Oxidation Reactions That Convert Pyruvate to CO₂ Are Specifically

question 6

Multiple Choice

The oxidation reactions that convert pyruvate to CO₂ are specifically catalyzed by ______ enzymes.

• A)oxygenase
• B)oxidase
• C)decarboxylase
• D)dehydrogenase
• E)none of the above

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