Question

question 6
1 pts
the citric acid cycle occurs in the:
stroma
cytoplasm
mitochondrial matrix
mitochondrial membranes
thylakoid membranes

Explanation:

The citric acid cycle, also known as the Krebs cycle, is a series of chemical reactions used by aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetyl-CoA derived from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. It occurs in the mitochondrial matrix. The stroma is related to chloroplasts (involved in photosynthesis). The cytoplasm is where glycolysis occurs. Mitochondrial membranes are involved in oxidative phosphorylation (electron - transport chain). Thylakoid membranes are part of chloroplasts and are involved in the light - dependent reactions of photosynthesis.

Answer:

mitochondrial matrix