Fermentation

Name: Fermentation
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Fermentation

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Fermentation is a metabolic process that occurs in anaerobic conditions, meaning without oxygen. In order for anaerobic respiration to occur, an organic electron acceptor, such as pyruvate or acetaldehyde, is required. This is different from aerobic respiration, which uses oxygen as the electron acceptor. Fermentation does not produce as much ATP as aerobic respiration, but it allows for the continued generation of ATP in the absence of oxygen.