JAMB Biology 1985 Question 22

Question 22

Respiration

Which of the following events does NOT occur during anaerobic respiration of glucose?

  1. A.Muscle cells produce lactic acid
  2. B.Carbon dioxide is produced
  3. C.Milk bacteria produce lactic acid
  4. D.Energy is not produced
  5. E.Germinating seeds produce alcohol.
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Answer: D (Energy is not produced)

Explanation

Anaerobic respiration still releases energy, though much less than aerobic respiration, so 'energy is not produced' is false.