What is the product of anaerobic respiration in animals?
A
Protein
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B
Lactic acid
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C
Water
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D
Carbohydrate
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Solution
The correct option is B
Lactic acid
During anaerobic respiration, food is broken down into lactic acid (in animals). The energy released in this case is very less (only 2 ATPs per glucose molecule).