Question

why kreb's cycle is also called citric acid cycle

Answer 1

The citric acid cycle (CAC) – also known as the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle or the Krebs cycle – is a series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to release stored energy through the oxidation of acetyl-CoA derived from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into carbon dioxide and chemical energy

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Kreb's 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