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In anaerobic conditions, yeast cells convert pyruvate into:

  • A Acetyl CoA and water
  • B Glucose and oxygen
  • C Ethanol and carbon dioxide
  • D Lactic acid only

Correct answer: C. Ethanol and carbon dioxide

Explanation: Yeast carries out alcoholic fermentation, converting pyruvate into ethanol and CO2 in the absence of oxygen, regenerating NAD+ needed to sustain glycolysis.

Concept context

Glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, the electron transport chain, fermentation, and the respiratory quotient. The cellular energy-release counterpart to photosynthesis.

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