Cellular Respiration

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?

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The primary purpose of cellular respiration is to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is used as energy by cells.

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What are the main stages of cellular respiration?

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The main stages of cellular respiration are Glycolysis, the Krebs Cycle (Citric Acid Cycle), and the Electron Transport Chain.

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Where does glycolysis occur in the cell?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

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What is the end product of glycolysis?

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The end product of glycolysis is pyruvate, along with a small amount of ATP and NADH.

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What is the role of oxygen in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain, allowing for the production of ATP.

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What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

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The chemical equation for cellular respiration is: 6O2 + C6H12O6 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O + Energy.

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What is the significance of the Krebs Cycle?

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The Krebs Cycle generates electron carriers (NADH and FADH2) that are used in the electron transport chain to produce ATP.

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How many ATP molecules are produced during cellular respiration?

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A total of approximately 36-38 ATP molecules can be produced from one molecule of glucose during cellular respiration.

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What is fermentation, and how does it relate to cellular respiration?

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Fermentation is an anaerobic process that allows for the production of energy without oxygen, resulting in less ATP compared to aerobic cellular respiration.

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