单词 | Krebs cycle |
释义 | Krebs cycle/krɛbz![]() noun Biochemistry The sequence of reactions by which most living cells generate energy during the process of aerobic respiration. It takes place in the mitochondria, using up oxygen and producing carbon dioxide and water as waste products, and ADP is converted to energy-rich ATP.For instance, Nelson at one point referred to a scientific paper on the evolution of the Krebs cycle....
Origin1940s: named after Sir Hans A. Krebs (1900–81), German-born British biochemist. |
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