Citric Acid Cycle Flashcards
0
Q
Where does krebs cycle occur?
A
Matrix of the mitochondria
1
Q
The citric acid cycle is also known as?
A
Krebs cycle
2
Q
What gets oxidized in the Krebs cycle?
A
Acetyl CoA
3
Q
What gets synthesized in Krebs cycle?
A
Atp FADH2 3Nadh 2CO2
4
Q
What is so significant about the fact that 2 Co2 molecules are synthesized during the Krebs cycle?
A
All the carbons of the original glucose molecule get used up
5
Q
What is the net equation for the Krebs Cycle
A
Acetyl CoA + 3NAD + FAD +ADP+P= 2CO2 + 3NADH + 3H + FADH2 + ATP + COA
