Where in the cell does the pyruvate break down to produce carbon dioxide and water?

Ribosome

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Endoplasmic reticulum

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Cytoplasm

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Mitochondrion

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Solution

The correct option is D Mitochondrion
Pyruvate, in the presence of oxygen, produces carbon dioxide and water. This process takes place in the mitochondrion of the cell. It eventually leads to the release of energy.

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