What is the fate of pyruvic acid in aerobic condition?

Sourav PanDecember 14, 2024

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In aerobic conditions, pyruvic acid (pyruvate) is converted into acetyl-CoA in the mitochondria. Acetyl-CoA enters the citric acid cycle, where it is oxidized to produce ATP, NADH, FADH2, and CO2. These products participate in oxidative phosphorylation to generate a significant amount of ATP. This process allows cells to efficiently produce energy in the presence of oxygen.

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