tricarboxylic acid (tca) cycle

The tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle, also known as the Krebs cycle or citric acid cycle, is a metabolic pathway that occurs in the mitochondria of cells. It plays a central role in the conversion of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into usable energy through a series of chemical reactions. This cycle produces energy-rich molecules like ATP, as well as precursor molecules used in the synthesis of other important compounds in the cell.

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