Inside the matrix of the mitochondria, pyruvate

A) is converted to acetyl CoA which requires energy from an NADH.
B) requires the vitamin pantothenic acid for its conversion to acetyl CoA.
C) gains a carbon in its conversion to acetyl CoA.
D) is converted to lactate under anaerobic conditions.


B) requires the vitamin pantothenic acid for its conversion to acetyl CoA.

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The parasympathetic innervation from the pelvic splanchnic nerves is responsible for erection of the female clitoris and the male penis

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Impairment of voluntary movements is absolutely indicative of damage to the basal nuclei.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Drugs that are used to control narcolepsy also tend to produce what other effects?

a. uncontrollable hand tremors and facial tics b. increased wakefulness c. reduction of sympathetic arousal d. relief from the symptoms of schizophrenia

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