Upon Ingestion, Grain Alcohol, O, Is Metabolized into Acetaldehyde

question 38

Multiple Choice

Upon ingestion, grain alcohol, O, is metabolized into acetaldehyde, O, which is a toxic substance causing headaches as well as joint pains typical of a "hangover." Is the grain alcohol oxidized or reduced as it transforms into acetaldehyde?

• A) The grain alcohol is reduced.
• B) The grain alcohol is oxidized.
• C) Some of the grain alcohol is oxidized and some is reduced to other products.
• D) The grain alcohol is neither oxidized nor reduced.

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