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What is another common name for the citric acid cycle?
What is another common name for the citric acid cycle?
- Glycolysis
- Electron transport chain
- Tricarboxylic acid cycle (correct)
- Pentose phosphate pathway
The citric acid cycle occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.
The citric acid cycle occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.
False (B)
What molecule combines with acetyl CoA in the citric acid cycle?
What molecule combines with acetyl CoA in the citric acid cycle?
Oxaloacetate
The first molecule formed in the citric acid cycle is _____
The first molecule formed in the citric acid cycle is _____
Which of the following products is NOT generated during the citric acid cycle?
Which of the following products is NOT generated during the citric acid cycle?
The main function of the citric acid cycle is to harvest bond energy.
The main function of the citric acid cycle is to harvest bond energy.
Who is the citric acid cycle named after?
Who is the citric acid cycle named after?
Match the terms related to the citric acid cycle:
Match the terms related to the citric acid cycle:
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Citric Acid Cycle
Citric Acid Cycle
Central part of cellular respiration. Starts with acetyl CoA and harvests energy as NADH, FADHâ‚‚, and ATP.
Acetyl CoA
Acetyl CoA
Key starting molecule for the citric acid cycle, produced during the oxidation of pyruvate.
TCA Cycle
TCA Cycle
Another name for the citric acid cycle, based on the three carboxyl groups in the early intermediates.
Krebs Cycle
Krebs Cycle
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Mitochondrial Matrix
Mitochondrial Matrix
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Oxaloacetate
Oxaloacetate
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Citrate
Citrate
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