Assertion (A): The Krebs cycle occurs in the mitochondrial matrix. Reason (R): The enzymes for the Krebs cycle are soluble in the matrix. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion (A): The Krebs cycle occurs in the mitochondrial matrix.
Reason (R): The enzymes for the Krebs cycle are soluble in the matrix.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.
C. A true, R false.
D. A false, R true.
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The mitochondrial matrix contains all Krebs cycle enzymes (except succinate dehydrogenase). Thus, the location is due to enzyme presence. R correctly explains A.

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