In anaerobic conditions in muscles, pyruvate is converted into:
Correct answer: B. Lactic acid
- A. Acetyl-CoA
- B. Lactic acid
- C. Ethanol
- D. CO2 + H2O
Explanation
In oxygen deficiency, pyruvate is converted to lactic acid by lactate dehydrogenase, regenerating NAD⁺ needed for glycolysis to proceed.
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