Question

multiple choice question
which carbohydrate is the preferred starting compound for glycolysis and the fermentation pathway?
glucose
fructose
sucrose
galactose
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Explanation:

Glycolysis is the metabolic pathway that breaks down glucose. Glucose is the most common and preferred starting compound for glycolysis. Other sugars like galactose, fructose can be converted to glucose - related intermediates to enter glycolysis. Sucrose is a disaccharide (glucose + fructose) and needs to be broken down first.

Answer:

Glucose