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Introduction :
Glycolysis is first stage of
Answer to Problem 37A
Correct answer :
The correct answer is option (A) glycolysis.
Explanation of Solution
Explanation/justification for the correct answer :
Option (A) pyruvate. At the end of glycolysis two pyruvate molecules are formed. Most of the energy from the glucose is still contained in the pyruvate. In the presence of oxygen, pyruvate is transported into the mitochondrial matrix, where it is eventually converted to carbon dioxide. Thus, the correct answer is an option (A).
The explanation for the incorrect answer :
Option (B) acetyl CoA. Pyruvate is formed in the cytoplasm of the cell then it enters into the mitochondria matrix for further breakdown to acetyl CoA. Thus, this is an incorrect answer.
Option (C) ATP. It is energy currency which is produced at the end of cellular respiration. Thus, this is an incorrect option.
Option (D) NADH. NADH is reduced coenzyme which produced during glycolysis and Krebs cycle. It is oxidized through electron transport chain on the inner membrane of the mitochondria, where termination oxidation take place. It produces large amount of ATPs. Thus, this is an incorrect answer.
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