In the absence of oxygen,glucose is catabolized to
A)lactic acid.
B)carbon dioxide and water.
C)urea.
D)fatty acid.

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In the absence of oxygen, glucose undergoes anaerobic respiration where it is only partially catabolized, resulting in the production of lactic acid. This process is also known as fermentation. Therefore, option A is the correct choice. Option B is incorrect because it applies to aerobic respiration. Options C and D are also incorrect because glucose is not catabolized to urea or fatty acids in the absence of oxygen.

In the Absence of Oxygen,glucose Is Catabolized to