When consumed in low to moderate amounts,alcohol is primarily metabolized by the ________________ pathway.

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Alcohol is primarily metabolized by the alcohol dehydrogenase pathway, which converts ethanol to acetaldehyde. This is the main pathway utilized under normal drinking conditions. The other pathways listed (catalase, MEOS, peroxidase) are secondary pathways that become more important at higher levels of alcohol consumption.

When Consumed in Low to Moderate Amounts,alcohol Is Primarily Metabolized