Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle or Tricarboxylic Acid Cycle): Pathway, energetics and significance
1. Introduction Definition: The citric acid cycle is a central metabolic pathway that takes place in the mitochondrial matrix, serving as a hub for the oxidation of acetyl-CoA derived from various nutrient sources. Key Molecules: The involvement of tricarboxylic acids often earns the citric acid cycle the name TCA (Tricarboxylic Acid) cycle. 2. Key Steps … Read more
