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What are the two catabolic pathways that lead to cellular energy production?

  • A. Fermentation and cellular respiration
  • B. Fermentation and external respiration
  • C. Fermentation and anaerobic respiration
  • D. Fermentation and internal respiration
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Fermentation and cellular respiration. Fermentation and cellular respiration are two catabolic pathways that lead to cellular energy production. Fermentation occurs in the absence of oxygen and involves glycolysis followed by the conversion of pyruvate to various byproducts. Cellular respiration, on the other hand, occurs in the presence of oxygen and involves glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and the electron transport chain to produce ATP. While fermentation and anaerobic respiration involve partial breakdown of glucose without the complete utilization of oxygen, the term 'internal respiration' is not a commonly used concept in the context of cellular energy production.