(C) The correct answer is $C$. The Krebs' cycle starts with the condensation of an acetyl group (acetyl $CoA$,$2C$) with oxaloacetate $(4C)$ to form a

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The cycle starts with condensation of acetyl group (acetyl $CoA$) with pyruvic acid to yield citric acid.

(C) The correct answer is $C$. The Krebs' cycle starts with the condensation of an acetyl group (acetyl $CoA$,$2C$) with oxaloacetate $(4C)$ to form a tricarboxylic,$6$-carbon compound called citric acid. It does not condense with pyruvic acid.

Class 11 Biology Respiration in Plants Kreb's cycle

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Which statement is wrong for Krebs' cycle?

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A
There is one point in the cycle where $FAD^+$ is reduced to $FADH_2$.
B
During conversion of succinyl $CoA$ to succinic acid,a molecule of $GTP$ is synthesised.
C
The cycle starts with condensation of acetyl group (acetyl $CoA$) with pyruvic acid to yield citric acid.
D
There are three points in the cycle where $NAD^+$ is reduced to $NADH + H^+$.