Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes fermentation in heterotrophic organisms?
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8. Respiration
Fermentation & Anaerobic Respiration
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Which of the following are the main inputs required for the process of fermentation in cells?
A
Glucose and NADextsuperscript{+}
B
Oxygen and ATP
C
Pyruvate and FADHextsubscript{2}
D
Carbon dioxide and water
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Understand the process of fermentation: Fermentation is an anaerobic process (does not require oxygen) that allows cells to produce energy in the absence of oxygen by regenerating NAD⁺, which is essential for glycolysis to continue.
Identify the main inputs for fermentation: The process begins with glucose, which is broken down during glycolysis to produce pyruvate. NAD⁺ is also required to accept electrons during glycolysis.
Eliminate incorrect options: Oxygen and ATP are not required for fermentation because fermentation occurs in the absence of oxygen, and ATP is a product, not an input. Pyruvate and FADH₂ are not inputs for fermentation; pyruvate is an intermediate, and FADH₂ is involved in aerobic respiration. Carbon dioxide and water are products of aerobic respiration, not fermentation.
Focus on the correct inputs: Glucose is the primary energy source, and NAD⁺ is necessary to maintain glycolysis by accepting electrons during the process.
Conclude that the correct answer is Glucose and NAD⁺, as these are the main inputs required for fermentation in cells.
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