Links Reaction Flashcards

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What happens during the link reaction

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  • oxidation of pyruvate to acetate
  • pyruvate molecule net gain of 1 x co2 decarboxylation
  • next gain of H Atoms used to reduce NAD
  • acetate combine with coenzyme A to from acetylcoenzyme A
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Equation for link reaction

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Pyruvate + NAD + CoA —> acetyl CoA + NADH + co2

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Where does link reaction occur

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Mitochondrial matrix

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