Which carbon atoms) of pyruvate isare) first converted to carbon dioxide by pyruvate dehydrogenase complex?
A) the carboxylate carbon #1)
B) the carbonyl carbon #2)
C) the methyl carbon #3)
D) both carbons #1 and #3 in equal amounts

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The carboxylate carbon (#1) of pyruvate is the first to be released as carbon dioxide by the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex during the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA.

Which Carbon Atoms) of Pyruvate Isare) First Converted to Carbon