All of the enzymes of the citric acid cycle are located in the mitochondrion.

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This statement is true. All of the enzymes of the citric acid cycle are located in the mitochondrial matrix, which is the space enclosed by the inner membrane of the mitochondrion. This location ensures that the citric acid cycle intermediates can easily shuttle between enzymes and that the energy released from the cycle can be efficiently used for ATP production by the respiratory chain located in the inner mitochondrial membrane.

All of the Enzymes of the Citric Acid Cycle Are