link reaction Flashcards
1
Q
what is the starting molecule in the link reaction?
A
pyruvate from glycolysis
2
Q
what is the first stage of the link reaction from pyruvate?
A
- NAD picks up H to become reduced
- CO2 produced
- acetate forms (2 carbon molecule from 3 carbon pyruvate)
3
Q
what is the second stage of the link reaction from acetate?
A
acetate combines with coenzyme A to form acetyl coenzyme A
4
Q
what is the enzyme involved in the link reaction?
A
coenzyme A
5
Q
what are the products of the link reaction?
A
2 acetyl coenzyme A
2 CO2 molecules
2 reduced NAD molecules
