Question

The conversion of sugar into alcohol is known as ___.

Answer 1

Fermentation:

1. The process of conversion of sugar into alcohol in the presence of an anaerobic environment or in the absence of oxygen.
2. Yeast has the ability to ferment sugar and hence is used in the brewing industry to produce alcohol.
3. Example: Yeast uses the sugar present in grapes to produce alcohol required for wine production.

Final Answer: The conversion of sugar into alcohol is known as fermentation.