Chapter 27.2, Problem 27.2QC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:Three possible fates of pyruvates and the conditions of formation of these fates needs to be explained.

Concept Introduction:Glycolysis is the first step that forms pyruvate. In the presence of oxygen means aerobic respiration, this pyruvate enters in the Krebs cycle and extracts energy in the form of electrons transfer. Electrons are transferred from the pyruvate to the receptors like ${\text{NAD}}^{\text{+}}{\text{, GDP, and FAD and CO}}_{\text{2}}$ gas is formed as the waste product. The products of citric acid cycles act as precursors for electron transport chains.