What would happen to pyruvate oxidation if the transport of pyruvate into the mitochondrial matrix is blocked?

• A. Pyruvate would be converted directly into glucose.
• B. Pyruvate would be oxidized in the cytosol.
• C. Pyruvate oxidation would be inhibited, affecting acetyl CoA production.
• D. Pyruvate oxidation would continue unaffected.

Answer: (C)