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During anaerobic respiration, pyruvate is converted to lactic acid or ethanol mainly in order to?
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A Produce more ATP directly
B Regenerate NAD+ so glycolysis can continue
C Store extra energy
D Release oxygen
Explanation

Reducing pyruvate regenerates NAD+, which is needed to keep glycolysis running in the absence of oxygen.

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