A series of enzyme-driven reduction reactions that take place in the mitochondrial matrix and yield many molecules of NADH (and a few of ATP and FADH2).
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Step 1: The series of enzyme-driven reduction reactions begin with the conversion of pyruvate into acetyl-CoA in the mitochondrial matrix. Show more…
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