When Oxygen Is in Plentiful Supply in the Cell,pyruvate Is

question 110

Multiple Choice

When oxygen is in plentiful supply in the cell,pyruvate is converted to ________.

• A)CoA
• B)acetyl-CoA
• C)glucose
• D)lactate
• E)fructose

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Definitions:

Diminishing Marginal Utility

The principle that as a person consumes more of a good, the satisfaction gained from consuming an additional unit decreases.

Comparative Advantage

The ability to produce a good at a lower opportunity cost than others can produce it. Relative costs determine comparative advantage.

Marginal Utility

The additional satisfaction or benefit a consumer receives from consuming one more unit of a good or service.

Consumed

The act of using up a good or service, thus removing it from the market and contributing to economic activity.