Question

Which process, brought about by microorganisms, does not depend on anaerobic respiration?

A the conversion of milk into yoghurt by bacteria

B the formation of lactic acid in cheese production by bacteria

C the release of alcohol by the action of yeasts on sugars

D the synthesis of single cell protein in fermenters​

Answer 1

Answer:

In aerobic respiration, glucose is completely broken down into carbon dioxide and water. However, in anaerobic respiration, the breakdown of glucose is incomplete. The end product of anaerobic respiration is lactic acid instead of carbon dioxide and water. This process occurs in oxygen debt. Hence, the amount of oxygen required to oxidize lactic acid to carbon dioxide and water is not present. Aerobic respiration produces 38 ATP whereas anaerobic respiration produces only 2 ATP molecules.

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