The Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Complex Catalyzes the Oxidative Decarboxylation of Pyruvate

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Short Answer

The pyruvate dehydrogenase complex catalyzes the oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate. Two of the steps catalyzed by this complex do not involve any of the carbons of pyruvate. Briefly describe these reaction steps.

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