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In yeast, under anaerobic conditions, pyruvate is converted into:

Question
In yeast, under anaerobic conditions, pyruvate is converted into:
Lactic acid and energy
Ethanol and carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide and water
Glucose
Answer
Ethanol and carbon dioxide
Detailed Explanation
During fermentation in yeast, pyruvate is converted into ethanol and carbon dioxide in the absence of oxygen.
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