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Which enzyme converts alcohol to acetaldehyde?

Which enzyme converts alcohol into acetaldehyde?

Alcohol is converted to acetaldehyde by alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH).

Does acetaldehyde get converted further?

Yes. Aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH) then converts acetaldehyde into acetate.



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