In the conversion of pyruvate to ethanol, what is produced?

A. Acetaldehyde only
B. Carbon dioxide only
C. NADH only
D. Acetaldehyde and carbon dioxide
E. Acetaldehyde, carbon dioxide, and NADH


Answer: D

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