Glycolysis Flashcards
1
Q
What is glycolysis?
A
Glycolysis is a metabolic pathway where 1 glucose molecule is converted to 2 pyruvate molecules. It is an anaerobic process
2
Q
Is Glycolysis an aerobic or anaerobic process?
A
Glycolysis is an anaerobic process
3
Q
Which substances can pyruvate be further processed to under anaerobic conditions?
A
Pyruvate can be further metabolised to lactic acid or ethanol under anaerobic conditions.
4
Q
What can pyruvate be further metabolised to under aerobic conditions?
A
Under aerobic conditions, pyruvate can be further metabolise to carbon dioxide and water
