Answer to Question #275236 in Chemistry for Belinda

Question

What is the function of acetyl CoA in the citric acid cycle

Answer 1

acetyl CoA: Acetyl coenzyme A or acetyl-CoA is an important molecule in metabolism, used in many biochemical reactions. Its main function is to convey the carbon atoms within the acetyl group to the citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle) to be oxidized for energy production.