Fermentation is a process whereby

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Fermentation is an anaerobic process (i.e., it occurs in the absence of oxygen), whereby enzymes convert pyruvic acid (a product of glycolysis) to other compounds such as lactic acid, ethanol, or acetic acid. It does not involve the production of carbon dioxide and water (option A), require the presence of oxygen (option B), or the breakdown of proteins (option C). While fermentation does release energy, it does not release the maximum amount possible (option E), as more energy can be generated through aerobic respiration.

Fermentation Is a Process Whereby