The energy-releasing process in which the substrate is oxidised without an external electron acceptor is called

Options

(a) fermentation
(b) photorespiration
(c) aerobic respiration
(d) glycolysis

Correct Answer:

glycolysis

Explanation:

Glycolysis takes place in all body cells and is of two types-
(a) Anaerobic glycolysis-From glycogen or glucose to lactic acid in muscles.
(b) Anaerobic glycolysis-From glycogen or glucose to pyruvic acid (all cells of body)