Question

Which of the following are the end products of anaerobic expression?

• A. alcohol and carbon dioxide
• B. carbon dioxide and water
• C. alcohol and oxygen
• D. carbon dioxide and oxygen

Answer 1

The correct option is A

alcohol and carbon dioxide

The correct option is A.

Explanation of correct answer:

1. Respiration in the absence of oxygen is called anaerobic respiration.
2. Yeast-like organisms undergo anaerobic respiration as it requires less energy.
3. Here the glucose produced is converted into alcohol and the carbon dioxide is produced.
4. Here, the incomplete oxidation of food substances is made by carbon dioxide and alcohol.

Final answer: Alcohol and carbon dioxide are the end products in anaerobic respiration.