Question

Which of the following enzymes is not used under anaerobic conditions?

• A. Pyruvic decarboxylase
• B. Alcohol dehydrogenase
• C. Lactate dehydrogenase
• D. Pyruvate dehydrogenase

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Pyruvate dehydrogenase

• The enzymes like pyruvic decarboxylase and alcohol dehydrogenase catalyse the steps of alcoholic fermentation.

• Lactate dehydrogenase is used for lactic acid fermentation.