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In aerobic respiration, there is complete oxidation of pyruvate by the stepwise removal of all the hydrogen atoms, releasing _____________ molecules of CO2
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Options:
  • A Two
  • B Three
  • C Four
  • D Six
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Three
Pyruvate is a three-carbon compound thus its complete oxidation release three molecules of carbon dioxide, of which 1 molecule is liberated in link reaction, and 2 molecules are liberated during Kreb's cycle.

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