Which enzyme complex carries out oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate?
APyruvate kinase
BCitrate synthase
CPyruvic dehydrogenase
DLactate dehydrogenase
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Pyruvic dehydrogenase
Pyruvic dehydrogenase, using NAD+ and coenzyme A, converts pyruvate to acetyl CoA and CO2.
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