Classify the reaction that occurs at step 1 in the reaction schematic of the pyruvate dehydrogenase reaction below.
A) isomerization
B) addition
C) oxidation reduction
D) decarboxylation

Question

Classify the reaction that occurs at step 1 in the reaction schematic of the pyruvate dehydrogenase reaction below. 
A) isomerization 
B) addition 
C) oxidation reduction 
D) decarboxylation

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Step 1 of the pyruvate dehydrogenase reaction involves the removal of a carboxyl group from pyruvate, resulting in the formation of acetyl group. This process is known as decarboxylation.

Classify the Reaction That Occurs at Step 1 in the Reaction