The organelle that is the site of the Krebs cycle in the cell is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The organelle that is the site of the Krebs cycle in the cell is the:
A. Cytoplasm
B. Mitochondrial matrix
C. Inner mitochondrial membrane
D. Chloroplast stroma
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Krebs cycle (citric acid cycle) occurs in the mitochondrial matrix in eukaryotes. The enzymes for the cycle are soluble in the matrix. The inner membrane houses the electron transport chain and ATP synthase. Cytoplasm is the site of glycolysis, chloroplast stroma is the site of the Calvin cycle. Thus, the matrix is the correct location.

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