MDCAT Biology MCQ #206

When tracing the path of a glucose molecule, where do the reactions of glycolysis occur compared to the Krebs cycle?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #206

  1. Question 1

    Q1. When tracing the path of a glucose molecule, where do the reactions of glycolysis occur compared to the Krebs cycle?

    • A) Cytosol vs Mitochondrial matrix
    • B) Mitochondrial matrix vs Cristae
    • C) Cytosol vs Intermembrane space
    • D) Cristae vs Thylakoid lumen

    Answer: Cytosol vs Mitochondrial matrix

    Explanation: Glycolysis occurs in the cytosol, while the Krebs cycle (Citric Acid Cycle) takes place within the mitochondrial matrix.