If the Krebs cycle is inhibited at the malate dehydrogenase step, which substance will accumulate?
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Correct answer: Malic acid
Malate dehydrogenase converts malic acid to oxaloacetic acid. If this enzyme is inhibited, malic acid cannot be converted and will increase in concentration.
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