Question: what molecule is removed from pyruvate during its oxidation?

what molecule is removed from pyruvate during its oxidation? 

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During the process of pyruvate oxidation a molecule of carbon dioxide CO2 is removed from pyruvate Pyruvate oxidation is a crucial step in cellular respiration linking glycolysis to the citric acid cy... View full answer

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