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The intermediate compound that is common for aerobic and anaerobic respiration is _______.

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Citric acid
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Pyruvic acid
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Acetyl Co-A
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Succinic acid
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Solution

The correct option is B Pyruvic acid

Pyruvic acid is an intermediate compound common for aerobic and anaerobic respiration because it is the end product in glycolysis and initial product in anaerobic respiration. Glycolysis is a pathway that is common for both aerobic and anaerobic respiration.


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