how-are-pyruvate-molecules-transported-from-the-cytosol-to-the-mitochondrial-mat

Question

How are pyruvate molecules transported from the cytosol to the mitochondrial matrix?

Accepted Answer

Via a specific pyruvate translocase protein.

Answer

Via vesicles that fuse with the mitochondria.

Answer

Through passive diffusion across the mitochondrial membrane.

Answer

By being converted into glucose before transport.