The Formation of Ethanol from Pyruvate Is an Example of

question 230

Multiple Choice

The formation of ethanol from pyruvate is an example of

• A) an irreversible reaction.
• B) a fermentation process that takes place in the absence of O₂.
• C) the production of extra energy from glycolysis.
• D) cellular respiration.
• E) a high-energy-yielding process.

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