Chapter 8, Problem 3FTB

Summary Introduction

To review:

The given blank space in the statement, “yeasts in bread dough and alcoholic beverages use a type of fermentation that generates _________ and _________. Muscles pushed to their limit use ________ fermentation. Which form of fermentation is used by microorganisms that produce yogurt, sour cream, and sauerkraut? ___________.”

Introduction:

Anaerobic respiration utilizes a process called fermentation, wherein the product of glycolysis, i.e., the pyruvate molecules are broken down. It can produce ethanol and release carbon dioxide or it can produce lactic acid.