If substantial lactic acid were found in a person's bloodstream, which type of glucose breakdown is occurring?
A) cellular respiration
B) fermentation
C) electron transport
D) citric acid cycle

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Substantial lactic acid in the bloodstream is a result of fermentation, which occurs when there is not enough oxygen available for cellular respiration to continue. In fermentation, glucose is partially broken down and converted into lactic acid or alcohol, depending on the organism. Cellular respiration, electron transport, and the citric acid cycle all require oxygen and do not produce lactic acid as a byproduct.

If Substantial Lactic Acid Were Found in a Person's Bloodstream