Which of the following is the best definition of fermentation?

Which of the following is the best definition of fermentation?



A. The production of ethyl alcohol from glucose.
B. The oxidation of glucose with organic molecules serving as electron acceptors.
C. The reduction of glucose to pyruvic acid.
D. The complete catabolism of glucose to carbon dioxide and water.


Answer: B. The oxidation of glucose with organic molecules serving as electron acceptors.


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