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What is the origin of the term glycolysis?
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Options:
  • A From the Greek words glycos (sugar) and lysis (splitting)
  • B From the Greek words glyco (sugar) and lysis (splitting)
  • C From the Greek words glycos (sugar) and lys (splitting)
  • D From the Greek words glyco (sugar) and lys (splitting)
Solution:
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The correct answer is: From the Greek words glycos (sugar) and lysis (splitting)
The term glycolysis has originated from the Greek words glycos for sugar and lysis for splitting.

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