MDCAT Biology MCQ #410

Seeds germinating in waterlogged soil face anaerobic conditions. What is the primary end-product of their glucose metabolism under these specific conditions?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #410

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Seeds germinating in waterlogged soil face anaerobic conditions. What is the primary end-product of their glucose metabolism under these specific conditions?

    • A) Lactic acid
    • B) Ethanol
    • C) Methanol
    • D) Citric acid

    Answer: Ethanol

    Explanation: Alcoholic fermentation in plants/yeast produces ethanol and CO2. Lactic acid is wrong because it is produced in animal muscles and some bacteria.