Succinate dehydrogenase, one of the enzymes in the TCA cycle, is found only in the mitochondria. In contrast, malate dehydrogenase, another enzyme in the TCA cycle, is found in the cytosol as well as in the mitochondria. Explain.
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This cycle is responsible for the production of ATP, the energy currency of the cell, by oxidizing acetyl-CoA, a molecule derived from the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. One of the enzymes involved in the TCA cycle is citrate synthase, which Show more…
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