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Respiration in Plants: Link reaction MCQ

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Link reactionEasyQuestion 10901

Question

Pyruvate is converted to acetyl-CoA in the:

  1. A
    Mitochondrial matrix
    Correct
  2. B
    Cytoplasm
  3. C
    Chloroplast
  4. D
    Nucleus

Correct answer

Mitochondrial matrix

Explanation

The oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate occurs in mitochondria.

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