Question

give reasons kreb cycle is also known as citric acid cycle

Answer 1

Krebs cycle is also known as Citric acid cycle because it is the first product formed in this cycle and also is regenerated at the end.

In this process, acetyl coA obtained during the process of pyuruvate decarboxylation, reacts with oxaloacetic acid to form citric acid( six carbon compound).

Krebs cycle is a sequential process that follows many cyclic steps and results in oxidation of acetyl coA, thus generating energy necessary for the survival of the cells.

It is a part of cellular respiration.

Answer 2

Krebs cycle is also known as citric acid cycle because citric acid is considered as initial product and final reactant which contains three carboxyl groups .