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What is the original carbon energy molecule from glycolysis that enters the mitochondria

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Pyruvate oxidation

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Each pyruvate from glycolysis goes into the mitochondrial matrix—the innermost compartment of mitochondria. There, it's converted into a two-carbon molecule bound to Coenzyme A, known as acetyl CoA. Carbon dioxide is released and NADHstart text, N, A, D, H, end text is generated.

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