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  • Coenzyme A (CoA): The Key to Fueling the Citric Acid Cycle
    The coenzyme that transports organic molecules into the citric acid cycle is coenzyme A (CoA).

    Here's why:

    * Acetyl-CoA is the key molecule that enters the citric acid cycle. It's formed from the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

    * Coenzyme A acts as a carrier molecule for the acetyl group, which is the two-carbon unit that enters the cycle.

    So, while other coenzymes like NAD+ and FAD are important for the reactions within the citric acid cycle, CoA plays a crucial role in transporting the fuel for the cycle itself.

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