MDCAT Biology MCQ #205

A student compares anaerobic respiration in yeast and human muscle cells. Which outcome is unique to the yeast pathway?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #205

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A student compares anaerobic respiration in yeast and human muscle cells. Which outcome is unique to the yeast pathway?

    • A) The regeneration of NAD+
    • B) The production of ATP
    • C) The use of pyruvate as a substrate
    • D) The evolution of carbon dioxide

    Answer: The evolution of carbon dioxide

    Explanation: Lactic acid fermentation produces lactate without releasing CO2, while alcoholic fermentation produces ethanol and CO2 as a byproduct.