Essential Biochemistry - Lipid Metabolism (Section 12 - No. 36)
What is the role of catalase in ethanol metabolism?
Oxidizes ethanol to acetaldehyde
Converts acetaldehyde to acetate
Oxidizes ethanol to CO2 and H2O
Removes hydrogen peroxide
Explanation
Catalase is a minor pathway, primarily used to remove hydrogen peroxide, a byproduct of ethanol metabolism.