Question

Select all of the following that are correct statements about fermentation. Multiple select question. An exogenous electron acceptor, such as NO3-, is used. It does not involve an electron transport chain. Pyruvate is a common electron acceptor used. A proton motive force is generated and used to synthesize ATP. ATP is synthesized by substrate-level phosphorylation.

Answer 1

Answer: • It does not involve an electron transport chain.

• Pyruvate is a common electron acceptor used.

• ATP is synthesized by substrate-level phosphorylation.

Step-by-step explanation:

Fermentation, refers to the chemical process through which molecules like glucose are anaerobically broken down. Fermentation is also referred to as the foaming which occurs when wine and beer are manufactured.

From the options given, the correct statements about fermentation include:

• It does not involve an electron transport chain.

• Pyruvate is a common electron acceptor used.

• ATP is synthesized by substrate-level phosphorylation.