The TCA Cycle's Main Function is To

Question

The TCA cycle's main function is to
A) Oxidize acet yl CoA to CO2
B) Make acetyl CoA for synthesis of lipids
C) Produce reducing equivalents as NADH and FADH2
D) Synthesize ATP
E) Both A and C are correct

Accepted Answer

The TCA cycle (Tricarboxylic Acid Cycle) primarily functions to oxidize acetyl CoA to carbon dioxide and to produce reducing equivalents in the form of NADH and FADH2, which are used in the electron transport chain to generate ATP.