What is pyruvate broken down to in yeast?

Explanation

In yeast and other microorganisms during fermentation, pyruvate is typically broken down into ethanol (ethyl alcohol) and carbon dioxide through a process called alcoholic fermentation. This is a way for yeast to generate ATP (energy) in the absence of oxygen. During this process, pyruvate, which is a three-carbon compound, is converted into ethanol, a two-carbon alcohol, and carbon dioxide is released as a byproduct. This fermentation process is utilised in the production of alcoholic beverages and also plays a role in the rising of bread dough when yeast ferments sugars in the absence of oxygen.