citric acid cycle (krebs cycle)
The citric acid cycle, also known as the Krebs cycle, is a chemical process that occurs in the mitochondria of cells. It plays a crucial role in the breakdown of nutrients, particularly glucose, to produce energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). This cycle involves a series of biochemical reactions that generate electron carriers, such as NADH and FADH2, which contribute to the synthesis of ATP through oxidative phosphorylation.
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