Botany-Fermentation
NEET Botany Fermentation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 11
What is the primary end product of alcoholic fermentation carried out by yeast?
A
Ethanol
B
Lactic acid
C
Carbon dioxide
D
Glucose
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In alcoholic fermentation, pyruvic acid is converted to carbon dioxide and ethanol under anaerobic conditions, facilitated by specific enzymes such as pyruvic acid decarboxylase and alcohol dehydrogenase.
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