Question

How many carbon atoms are present in one ethanol molecule? Compare this figure with that of pyruvate. If there is a difference, explain why,

Answer 1

1. in presence of oxygen, Glucose breaks into carbon dioxide and water and releases 32 ATP energy. it is known as aerobic respiration.

2. in absence of oxygen, Glucose breaks into ethyl alcohol or lactic acid with release of 2 ATP energy. this process is known as anaerobic respiration.. also known as fermentation.

Answer 2

ethanol is the second member of the home eluga series of alcohol. the formula of Ethanol C2 h5 0h.the common name of Ethanol is ethyl alcohol.