Fermentation

Question

Fermentation

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Fermentation is a metabolic process that occurs in the absence of oxygen (anaerobic) and requires an organic molecule as an electron acceptor, such as pyruvate, to produce energy in the form of ATP. Therefore, choice A is the correct option. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because fermentation occurs in the absence of oxygen, can occur in both aerobic and anaerobic organisms, and produces much less ATP compared to aerobic respiration, respectively. Finally, choice E is incorrect because choice A is correct.