MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #232

A researcher is studying the metabolic pathways of a microorganism that utilizes ethanol as a carbon source. Which enzyme is responsible for catalyzing the conversion of ethanol to acetaldehyde?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #232

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A researcher is studying the metabolic pathways of a microorganism that utilizes ethanol as a carbon source. Which enzyme is responsible for catalyzing the conversion of ethanol to acetaldehyde?

    • A) Alcohol dehydrogenase
    • B) Ethanol oxidase
    • C) Acetaldehyde dehydrogenase
    • D) Pyruvate dehydrogenase

    Answer: Alcohol dehydrogenase

    Explanation: Alcohol dehydrogenase is the correct enzyme, as it specifically catalyzes the conversion of ethanol to acetaldehyde.