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When there is lack of oxygen in human muscle cells, the pyruvate is converted into a 3 carbon molecule, which causes cramps during sudden activity of muscle. The molecule is _________.
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lactic acid
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Pyruvic acid forms lactic acid in the absence of oxygen in muscles.