The isomerization of dihydroxyacetone phosphate to give glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate
A) is catalyzed by the enzyme triose phosphate isomerase.
B) requires several enzymes.
C) requires coenzyme A.
D) requires thiamine pyrophosphate.

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The isomerization of dihydroxyacetone phosphate to glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate is catalyzed by a single enzyme, triose phosphate isomerase, without the need for coenzymes like coenzyme A or thiamine pyrophosphate.

The Isomerization of Dihydroxyacetone Phosphate to Give Glyceraldehyde 3-Phosphate