F1. Oxidation to Acetyl CoA.

Question 1

take note:

Answer 1

PYRUVATE oxidized to ACETYL CoA in aerobic conditions.

Question 2

1. Pyruvate is formed in the ____ during glycolysis.
2. Pyruvate crosses the ____.
3. Pyruvate enters ____. This is where oxidation takes place.

Answer 2

1. cytosol.
2. two mitochondrial membranes.
3. mitochondrial matrix.

Question 3

reaction involved?

Answer 3

oxidation & decarboxylation.