Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
ISBN 13: 978-1-11877-456-4

Chapter 25 - Metabolism and Nutrition - Figure 25.6 - Page 947: 2

Answer

Carbon dioxide released during Kreb cycle reactions diffuses out of the mitochondrial matrix into the cytosol.

Work Step by Step

From the cytosol CO2 passes through the plasma membrane, through the interstitial fluid and into the blood. The blood stream transports the CO2 to the lungs where is removed from the body by exhalation.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.