An enzyme mediated pathway that reduces the electron transporting coenzymes FAD+ and NAD+. The reduced forms of these molecules, NADH and FADH2 provide the electrons that power
oxidative phosphorylation, the most efficient step in aerobic respiration.
Additionally, the
Krebs cycle synthesizes ATP through substrate level phosphorlylation.
It was named for its discoverer, Hans
Krebs.
The Krebs Cycle
Citrate > Isocitrate > AlphaKetoglutarate> Succinyl Coenzyme A > Succinate >Fumarate>
Malate > Oxaloacetate >
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