Krebs Cycle

Overview

The Krebs Cycle, also known as Citric Acid Cycle, is a complex circular cycle of enzyme-catalyzed reactions that occur in the Mitochondria of Cells - the Krebs Cycle is the final step in the (essential) Oxidation of Glucose (derived from other dietary Carbohydrates), and to a slightly lesser extent - Fats and Proteins.

 

 Biochemical Reactions of the Krebs Cycle

Metabolism

 The Krebs Cycle is the primary method that the body employs in releasing Energy from chemical bonds and in making that Energy available for use by the body - Energy is withdrawn at several points in the Krebs Cycle and stored as Adenosine Triphosphate, which is the primary "storehouse" of Energy for the human body.