Which of the Following Can Consume Glucose And, in the Absence

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can consume glucose and, in the absence of oxygen, break it down into ethanol and carbon dioxide gas?

• A) E. coli
• B) phototrophs
• C) yeast
• D) archaea
• E) nitrogen fixers

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Definitions:

Molecules

The smallest units of a chemical compound that can exist while retaining the identity and chemical properties of the compound.

Elements of Unsaturation

The count of the unsaturation within a molecule, signified by double bonds, triple bonds, or rings that reduce the number of hydrogen atoms relative to a saturated alkane.

Prostaglandin Precursor

A substance that undergoes biochemical transformation to form prostaglandins, which are involved in various physiological functions.

Arachidonic Acid

A polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid important for the production of eicosanoids, regulating immune and inflammatory responses.