In TCA cycle, citrate is converted in to after losing a molecule of H2O_____________?
Correct answer: B. Cisaconitate
- A. Isocitrate
- B. Cisaconitate
- C. Oxalocetate
- D. Glutarate
Explanation
Aconitase first removes water from citrate to form cis-aconitate, then adds water to produce isocitrate. Thus, the immediate dehydration product is cis-aconitate.
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