Multiple Choice
Which statement BEST describes the purpose of oxygen in the oxidation of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA?
A) The oxygen is released during the reaction.
B) The oxygen is required to react with pyruvate.
C) The oxygen makes HS-CoA more reactive.
D) The oxygen is required to oxidize NADH to NAD+.
E) The oxygen reacts with H+.
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