Which of the Following Occurs When Glycolysis Produces Pyruvate Faster

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs when glycolysis produces pyruvate faster than it can be used by the mitochondria?

• A) Pyruvate levels drop in the cytoplasm.
• B) Lactic acid is produced.
• C) Pyruvate is converted to sucrose.
• D) Lactic acid dissociates into a water molecule and hydrogen.
• E) Oxygen is produced.

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